Research Topic · Peer-Reviewed

Cartilage Degeneration

Cartilage degeneration is the process of the deterioration of cartilage in the joints. Cartilage is a specialized connective tissue that is vital for healthy joint function. It absorbs shocks, helps to reduce friction, and enables smooth movement of the joint. When cartilage degeneration occurs, it can result in pai…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 4 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 8× across the literature 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Cartilage degeneration is the process of the deterioration of cartilage in the joints. Cartilage is a specialized connective tissue that is vital for healthy joint function. It absorbs shocks, helps to reduce friction, and enables smooth movement of the joint. When cartilage degeneration occurs, it can result in pain, swelling, and difficulty with movement. Cartilage degeneration can be caused by age-related wear and tear, injury, or certain chronic conditions such as arthritis. Treatment of cartilage degeneration can include non-surgical methods, such as physical therapy, weight loss, and medication, as well as surgical methods such as joint replacement or joint fusion. Cartilage degeneration is an important issue for people of all ages. Early diagnosis and treatment of cartilage degeneration can prevent more serious complications and the need for more invasive treatments. It is important to seek medical advice if you experience pain or difficulty with movement in your joints.

Research published in this journal

4 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 4 articles above have been cited 8 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Cartilage Degeneration, linking to each citing work.

Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Osteoarthritis and Cartilage.

Journal editorial board
Giuseppe Maurizio Campo · ISRAEL

This page summarises published research for orientation; it is not medical or professional advice.