Chondral (lining damage) injury
Damage to the lining is common as a part of sports injuries and aging. It happens commonly along with Meniscal and Ligament injuries. Very often it does not cause trouble till much later and this can be even 1 or 2 years. Damage is seen on MRI scans and Arthroscopy(keyhole surgery) .
Various techniques e.g. Microfracture, OATs, ACI are used to help restore damaged lining. With serious damage it can lead to Osteoarthritis of the Knee.
