PATHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Cartilage, like bone, is surrounded by a perichondrium-like fibrous membrane. This layer is not efficient at regenerating cartilage. Hence, its recovery is slow after injury. The lack of active blood flow is the major reason any injury to cartilage takes a long time to heal.

Detailed explanation-2: -After cartilage injury there must be a six-week period of non-weight bearing, but full recovery can take up to a year to fully heal and regain the full range of movement.

Detailed explanation-3: -The growth of cartilage is a slow process and occurs by the division of cells.

Detailed explanation-4: -If surgery is not needed, recovery can happen in six to eight weeks. Knee cartilage surgery recovery time on average takes three to four months after a meniscus repair and up to nine months after an articular cartilage repair. In severe cases it could take up to 18 months.

Detailed explanation-5: -Legumes. For optimal joint function, it is important to beat inflammation wherever possible-inflammation is the primary source of collagen and, by extension, cartilage breakdown. Oranges. Pomegranates. Green Tea. Brown Rice. Nuts. Brussel Sprouts.