Cartilage defects in the knee joint are a common cause of persistent pain, swelling, and reduced mobility – especially in active individuals or athletes. Unlike bone, cartilage lacks blood supply, so it does not heal on its own. Left untreated, small cartilage injuries can progress into early osteoarthritis.

Dr. Yogish Vijaya Kumar, a specialist in joint preservation and regenerative orthopaedics, offers CARTIGROW – a cutting-edge autologous chondrocyte implantation (ACI) therapy designed to regrow your own knee cartilage and restore joint health.

What Is CARTIGROW?

CARTIGROW is an autologous cell therapy that uses a patient’s own cartilage cells (chondrocytes), which are harvested, cultured in a lab, and then implanted back into the cartilage defect. This procedure promotes natural cartilage regeneration, making it ideal for focal cartilage defects caused by injury or degeneration.

How CARTIGROW Works:

1. Cartilage Biopsy – A small amount of healthy cartilage is arthroscopically harvested from a non-weight bearing area of your knee.

2. Cell Culturing – The chondrocytes are sent to a specialized lab where they are multiplied over 3–4 weeks in sterile conditions.

3. Implantation – The cultured cells are re-implanted precisely into the damaged area using minimally invasive surgery and covered with a biological membrane.

This results in hyaline-like cartilage regeneration, not just a fibrous repair, offering better long-term joint function.

Indications for CARTIGROW

• Focal cartilage defects (Grade III or IV) of the knee

• Post-traumatic or degenerative cartilage injuries

• Patients aged 20–50 years with localized damage

• Individuals not responding to physiotherapy or injections

• Patients wanting to avoid or delay knee replacement

Benefits of CARTIGROW

• Natural cartilage regeneration

• Minimally invasive and joint-preserving

• Improved pain relief and mobility

• Reduces risk of early osteoarthritis

• Personalized therapy using your own cells

Why Choose Dr. Yogish Vijaya Kumar?

With expertise in orthobiologics and cartilage repair, Dr. Yogish combines advanced technology with compassionate care. His experience with CARTIGROW and other cell-based therapies ensures precise diagnosis, surgical excellence, and comprehensive rehabilitation support for optimal outcomes.

Cartilage Defect Treatment in Jayanagar

Cartilage defect treatment in Jayanagar is essential for patients suffering from persistent knee pain, sports injuries, or early arthritis. Damaged cartilage does not heal naturally, which can lead to worsening joint pain, swelling, stiffness, and difficulty walking.

At our center, we provide advanced cartilage defect treatment in Jayanagar using regenerative orthopaedic techniques such as Cartigrow (stem cell-based therapy), biological cartilage restoration, and minimally invasive procedures. These treatments help repair damaged cartilage, improve mobility, and delay or prevent joint replacement surgery.

If you are experiencing knee locking, pain while climbing stairs, or sports-related cartilage injury, consult an expert for accurate diagnosis and personalized cartilage repair treatment in Jayanagar.

Don’t let cartilage damage limit your movement.
Consult Dr. Yogish today to explore CARTIGROW – a proven, natural way to restore joint health and return to an active lifestyle.