Cartilage Restoration & Subchondroplasty Malaysia | Advanced Knee Repair

Cartilage Restoration Malaysia | Subchondroplasty & Knee Repair

What is Cartilage Restoration?

Cartilage in the knee acts as a cushion between bones. When damaged, it does not heal easily on its own, leading to pain, swelling, and early arthritis.

Cartilage restoration in Malaysia involves advanced surgical techniques to repair or regenerate cartilage, with the goal of:

Preserving the natural knee joint
Reducing pain and swelling
Improving mobility and function
Preventing or delaying the need for knee replacement

When is Cartilage Restoration or Subchondroplasty Recommended?

These treatments are suitable if you have:

Localized cartilage defects
Knee pain due to bone marrow lesions
Early-stage arthritis
Pain and swelling unresponsive to physiotherapy or injections
Desire to avoid or delay total knee replacement

Cartilage Restoration Techniques in Malaysia

Depending on the extent of damage, your orthopedic surgeon may recommend:

Microfracture surgery – stimulates cartilage growth by creating small holes in the bone
Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation (ACI) – uses patient’s own cartilage cells to regrow cartilage
Osteochondral grafting – transplant of healthy cartilage and bone from another area
Subchondroplasty – injection technique to strengthen bone and reduce pain

Benefits of Cartilage Restoration & Subchondroplasty

✅ Preserves natural knee joint
✅ Relieves pain and improves mobility
✅ Delays or prevents arthritis progression
✅ Minimally invasive options available
✅ Helps younger and active patients maintain function

Recovery After Cartilage Restoration

Recovery depends on the procedure performed:

Microfracture/Subchondroplasty: Walking with support within 1–2 weeks
Cartilage Transplant/ACI: Longer rehabilitation, up to 6 months for full recovery
Return to Sports: 6–12 months (depending on the procedure and rehab progress)

Physiotherapy is essential for regaining strength and joint function.