Current and novel theranostic modalities for knee osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is the second most common disorder after heart disease. This progressive degenerative disease affects knee joint more than any others. The exact etiology of osteoarthritis not clear, however, there are many predisposing factors such as obesity, age, gender, etc., that can increase incidence and prevalence this Early diagnosis in very important. Despite variety diagnostic methods, lack a valid reliable approach to detect early stages has always been challenge for researchers. Establishing an efficient therapeutic protocol these patients another crucial challenge. Recently, addition conventional treatments, which surgical non-surgical, tissue engineering regenerative medicine novel modalities have received remarkable attention. In paper, current methods discussed potential biomarkers monitoring clinical condition discussed.