Knee Pain and Osteoarthritis Research in San Diego If you are experiencing chronic knee pain, stiffness, swelling, or difficulty with walking or daily activities, you are not alone. Knee osteoarthritis is one of the most common causes of joint pain in adults and affects thousands of individuals throughout San Diego County. At Horizon Clinical Research, [...]
The Importance of Clinical Trials in Orthopedic Research: Advancing Treatment Options for Cartilage Injuries Cartilage injuries, such as those occurring in the knee or hip joints, can be debilitating and impact your quality of life. Clinical trials play a pivotal role in advancing treatment options for cartilage injuries. These trials are designed to assess the [...]
NOVOCART® 3D Autologous Chondrocyte Implant System U.S. Phase 3 Clinical Trial NOVOCART® 3D is considered an investigational product in the United States (meaning the product has not been approved by the FDA). NOVOCART® 3D has been used in a select few European countries since 2003 to treat more than 17,000 patients with damaged knee cartilage. Within the [...]
<h2>What is cartilage?</h2> Nearly every joint in your body is made up of surfaces that allow incredibly smooth almost motion. This allows you to painlessly bend your elbow, your knee, or move your hip. These surfaces are made up of water and a spongy, springy living material called ‘cartilage’. A little different from the cartilage [...]
