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The treatment has a non -invasive and painless procedure administered in an outpatient environment, which does not require recovery time for patients
This novel approach, according to experts, means a possible paradigm change in articular health management, redirecting the oncological technology established to relieve pain and slow down the progression of this common and deactivating disease. Representative image
In an innovative development that could sacrifice relief to millions of elderly people who suffer from joint pain, doctors in Bangalore have successfully put the use of restorative benign radiotherapy for osteoarthritis. This innovative non -invasive therapy of 30 seconds, traditionally used in the treatment of cancer, is being reused to address the weakening effects of knee and ankle osteoarthritis, a frequent condition among the population of aging of India.
This novel approach, according to experts, means a possible paradigm change in articular health management, redirecting the oncological technology established to relieve pain and slow down the progression of this common and deactivating disease.
The concept of radiotherapy of use beyond cancer treatment is not entirely new. Worldwide, radiotherapy with low doses (LDRT) has gained traction, with countries such as Germany treating more than 100,000 patients with osteoarthritis and other degenerative joint conditions. The clinical evidence that arises from Europe, the United States and the United Kingdom has indicated the success of this approach, without discussions about the broader application of benign radiotherapy.
Now, the Global Health (HCG) of Bengaluru is taking the lead in Asia and the Middle East. Dr. Lohith Reddy, HCG oncologist radiation consultant, and her team has announced the development of the first specialized protocol of India for restorative benign radiotherapy, specifically adapted for Indian patients.
“This is not radiation for cancer, radiation for healing,” said Dr. Reddy. “We call it restorative benign radiotherapy, a new clinical paradigm that reuses precision oncology to handle osteoarthritis and restore lives. This therapy cannot be not possible not to be done not to change the trajectory of the disease or simply its life.”
The treatment has a non -invasive and painless procedure administered in an outpatient environment, which does not require recovery time for patients.
How does restorative benign radiotherapy work?
The weakening pain associated with the voice of chronic inflammation osteoarthritis, immune imbalances and fibrosis within joint tissues. Unlike conventional analgesics that offer temporary relief, restorative benign radiotherapy is directed to the underlying causes through mechanisms backed by international research. These mechanisms include:
* Anti -inflammatory action: suppressing proinflammatory cytokines.
* Immune modulation: convert harmful M1 macrophadages into M2 types of healing.
* Disease control: reduce fibrosis and stop cartilage degeneration.
* Improved mobility: reduce rigidity and improve joint flexibility.
The medical team ensures the security of the treatment, highlighting that the knees and anles do not contain red bone marrow, resulting in a zero exposure to this critical fabric.
In addition, the use of MRI-CT planning guarantees highly precise radiation delivery, minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissues.
The first results of the Bengaluru initiative are promising. According to Dr. Reddy, 15 patients have undergone the treatment so far, and most experience significantly 90-95%recovery. A patient reported an improvement of 30%. The treatment protocol implies short radiation doses of 30-35 seconds administered twice a week for a period of three weeks.
Ravindranath, a 61 -year -old Bengaluru resident who suffers from third -stage knee osteoarthritis, shared his positive experience. “I have a bone that suffers from knee pain for 3 years. I got to know radiotherapy. I have 6 complete doses of therapy, and I can say that pain has been reduced by 90-95%,” he said.
It is not a replacement for knee replacement surgery
Experts are interested in emphasizing that restorative benign radiotherapy is not aimed at replacing knee replacement surgery, which remains the gold standard for patients with severe joint destruction and significant loss of mobility. In such cases, surgery offers long -term mechanical correction and structural repair.
However, a significant portion of patients with osteoarthritis in India have a moderate stage disease (grade 2 or 3), experiencing considerable pain but still does not require surgical intervention. For this demographic group, of the WHO of years of limited options, benign radiotherapy restorative sacrifices a safe and evidence -based solution. Its objective is to relieve symptoms, slow down the progression of the disease and potentially delay the need for surgery, offering a crucial bridge to improve the quality of life.