CartiFill is a regenerative medical treatment that provides a safe and effective treatment for articular cartilage repair.

Why you might need it

In the human body articular cartilage can be found at the joints between bones; for example the knee and ankle joints. Articular cartilage provides a resilient and cushioning surface for the bones in joints, and it also provides a low-friction surface to enable free movement of the joint.

Cartilage can become damaged for a variety of reasons including a bad fall, a traumatic sports accident, previous knee injuries or general wear and tear. The body’s natural healing process to regenerate damaged articular cartilage is slow because the cartilage does not have a blood supply which is essential to regenerate tissue.

The benefit of using CartiFill is to help accelerate the natural healing process and the recovery period is therefore shorter.

CartiFill is an advanced regenerative medical device that provides a safe and effective treatment for articular cartilage repair. Often CartiFill will be used alongside other techniques that are already commonly used to repair articular cartilage.

Who will do it?




Before your treatment



Preparing for your treatment




Your treatment may be adapted to meet your individual needs, so it's important to follow the advice that we give to you. It's natural to feel anxious before hospital treatment, but knowing what to expect can help. Please raise any concerns or questions with us so that you feel comfortable and in control.

The procedure

The minimally-invasive procedure can be carried out as a day case, with a recovery time of up to six weeks. Alternative treatments involve at least three days in hospital and a minimum eight-week recovery.


A rehabilitation programme is hugely important for regenerating healthy cartilage. Your surgeon will plan an appropriate rehabilitation programme for you after the surgery.

Your surgeon or anaesthetist will explain possible risks associated with surgical procedures. Any specific risks that may be applicable to you because of your medical history and current medical status will also be considered and discussed.

How much does it cost?



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Important to note
