How PEMFs Stimulate Regrowth of Cartilage

Research has been conducted on how PEMFs stimulate regrowth of cartilage to reduce the number of knee replacement surgeries.

The regrowth of cartilage is possible, however, joint cartilage is unable to regrow on its own.

Is it possible that this natural shock absorber could be stimulated to grow again with the consistent use of PEMF therapy?

This article will take a look at the breakdown of cartilage in areas of the knees and hips, and we’ll delve into how PEMFs work to stimulate the regrowth of this cartilage as made evident through research of medical professionals.

PEMFs Stimulate Regrowth of Cartilage and Marrow

The growth of cartilage isn’t just about the cartilage. The growth all starts with the stimulation of bone marrow as well.

Studies conducted using PEMFs for the purpose of studying the growth rate of articular cartilage. This is the cartilage that covers the end of your bones.

Articular cartilage prevents your bones from rubbing together.

Should this cartilage disappear it can give the bones too much space to rub together, causing damage.

This is the type of cartilage that cannot regrow on its own.

During the process of therapy with PEMFs, bone growth may also occur.

This is good news for those who have experienced bone loss either before or after the cartilage has worn away.

Damage to the cartilage can occur by way of a fall ,sports-related injury, or otherwise.

What happens in the process of a session using PEMF therapy that causes this regrowth of cartilage occur?

1. Stimulation of the chondrocytes. Chondrocytes are the only cells found in healthy cartilage, and these cells make up what is known as a cartilaginous matrix. The two main components that make up this matrix include collagen and proteoglycans. Collagen is a protein that aids in the binding ability of connective tissue, but it is also what we call a “structural protein”. This protein is found in the skin, hair, and nails as well. With the stimulation of chondrocytes, it is easy to see how the regrowth of cartilage can occur.
2. Stimulation of proteoglycans. Proteoglycans work together with collagen to create the binding effects that are necessary to give the connective tissue strength. This is how tissues, muscles, joints, and even bone get their elasticity, strength, and serve their own protective purpose. Cartilage does not contain blood vessels or nerves. It is for this reason that any regrowth of cartilage occurs slowly. This is another reason why PEMFs are needed to stimulate the regrowth of cartilage.

Using PEMF therapy consistently will improve blood flow, and thus it can cause the healing of the surrounding tissues to occur.

When cartilage wears down, and there is a lack of chondrocytes as well as proteoglycans, there is also a progression of disease.

What diseases are caused by the severe degeneration of cartilage that is left untreated?

Stimulate Regrowth of Cartilage and Prevent Further Degenerative Disease

This month we have touched on the painful condition of osteoarthritis (OA), a common type of arthritis among aged adults.

This is one of the primary diseases that is brought on by the destruction of cartilage.

OA generally shows up in the knees and hips first before it shows up anywhere else.

This means that cartilage wears away, and can cause the ends of the bones to rub together.

Bursitis may also occur when cartilage has become worn down. This can cause the bursa sacs to become inflamed.

These tiny sacs contain synovial fluid. This is the fluid that aids in lubricating the joints.

The cartilage itself can also become inflamed throughout, leading to costochondritis.

This condition causes inflammation in the ribs, and it is also common among lupus patients around the sternum.

Regardless of the condition, PEMF therapy can accelerate the growth of cartilage.

When the regrowth of cartilage occurs it may reduce or eliminate the pain over time.

Reducing pain and inflammation is always the first desire of someone who suffers from these degenerative conditions, but overall, the hope is that the cartilage will be repaired and stronger than it was prior.

Cartilage is important regardless of age because it protects the bones.

Once the cartilage begins to wear down it can interfere with the life of an individual.

Those who hope to eliminate pain and increase mobility will want to begin using PEMF therapy on a consistent basis.

PEMFs can begin to regrow the cartilage as well as aid with increasing range of motion.

Have you been diagnosed with osteoarthritis?

Are you experiencing chronic joint pain, stiffness, or perhaps you feel inflammation in your lower extremities.

PEMF therapy can be beneficial for you if you use it on a consistent basis.

If you would like to learn more about how PEMF therapy can benefit those with osteoarthritis and the “regrowth of cartilage”, please visit www.pemfsupply.com today.