Arthritis could be cured, new research claims
Adelaide, 4 Dec 2023: Crippling arthritis could one day not just be treated but actually cured, according to the latest research. Scientists have discovered the type of stem cell which they hope will allow them to re-strengthen cartilage and reverse the condition. Osteoarthritis is caused by the deterioration of cartilage and other tissues in joints which can cause pain and inflammation. According to World Health Organization (WHO) data, nearly 9.6 percent of men and 18 percent of women aged over 60 years suffer from Osteoarthritis worldwide. In India, Osteoarthritis is the second most common rheumatologic problem and it is the