Bone marrow stimulation

Bone marrow stimulation is a medical procedure used to repair damaged cartilage in joints, especially the knee. The process involves creating small holes or microfractures in the bone beneath the damaged cartilage. This encourages the release of bone marrow cells, which contain stem cells, growth factors, and blood vessels. These elements migrate to the injury site and help form new cartilage tissue, promoting healing. Essentially, stimulating the bone marrow tricks the body into repairing the cartilage naturally, improving joint function and reducing pain in cases of cartilage injury or deterioration.