In the ARTICO Sports Clinic, there applies the basic principle that existing limbs are to be maintained as long as possible. That is why great importance is attached to conservative arthrosis therapy. There are different approaches to intervene with medicine in a helpful way.

Joint fluid plays a decisive role for the movability of a joint. As a viscous and elastic synovial fluid it ensures that the cartilage areas slide smoothly on top of each another. In the arthrotic joint, abnormally changed joint fluid cannot take over these tasks any longer. Today it is possible to replace insufficient joint fluid with hyaluronic acid by means of an injecting. That is why one also speaks of a “fluid prosthesis”. Hyaluronic acid is a natural element of every joint fluid and therefore very well tolerated.

Arthrosis always also means increased wear and tear of the cartilage. In order to support the chondral structure of a joint, treatment with D-aminoglucose sulphate has proved successful in case of beginning up to medium-serious arthrosis. The substance is a natural element of the articular cartilage and  supports its metabolism.

Certain dietary supplements can also be helpful in terms of preservation and regeneration of the articular cartilage. Aminoglucose and Chondroitine also positively intervene in the metabolism of the cartilage, improving its regeneration capability.

Advice about medical treatment for the preservation of joints as well as providing information about basically helpful measures (e.g. weight reduction; correct movement, i.e. easy on the joint) are part of the central matters of concern of the ARTICO Sports Clinic.