New Injectable Hydrogel Could Transform Osteoarthritis Treatment
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New Injectable Hydrogel Could Transform Osteoarthritis Treatment
An injectable hydrogel platform forms a lubricating depot inside the joint after a single minimally invasive injection, allowing drug-loaded nanocarriers to remain in place for several weeks and release medication gradually. Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the world’s major causes of persistent pain and disability. Treatments injected directly into joints, including analgesics, corticosteroids, and viscosupplements, [...]
Researchers at the University of Buffalo have developed an injectable hydrogel platform that promises to transform the treatment of osteoarthritis, a leading cause of pain and disability worldwide. The new system allows for the controlled release of medication directly into the joints, offering a more effective alternative to conventional therapies. Development of the injectable hydrogel The injectable hydrogel is designed to form a lubricating …
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