Not Signed In - Stem Cells May Help Heal Joint Injuries
Tue, 06 Feb 2007 04:00 AM EST
... As anyone who's ever injured a knee or elbow will tell you, recovery can be a long and painful process. Cartilage is an exceptionally slow-healing tissue, and, until now, the missing or damaged tissue is often irreplaceable. Researchers at the University of Guelph are hoping stem cells might provide the needed tissue replacements. ...
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