Stem Cells vs Surgery: Which Is Better for Joints?

Stem cell therapy is clinically appropriate for Grade 2 to 3 osteoarthritis where cartilage is damaged but not completely lost. Joint replacement remains the standard for Grade 4 end-stage disease. Many patients, however, are referred to surgery before regenerative options have been properly evaluated. MSCs reduce synovial inflammation, slow cartilage breakdown, and have produced documented […]