INTRA-ARTICULAR IMPLANT FOR TREATING IRREGULARITIES IN CARTILAGE SURFACES

摘要

An implant for use in the treatment of damaged cartilage within a joint, the implant is adapted to be inserted into a cavity of the joint and reduce stress on the cartilage engendered, for example, by patient activity. The implant may form an internal cushion, which protects the cartilage such that wearing forces. The cushioning effect facilitates regeneration of the cartilage.