What is the effectiveness of cortisone gel in treating cartilage degradation?

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Open access

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Authors: Tripdatabase
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18134918
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Abstract

The evidence suggests that while corticosteroids provide short-term pain relief in osteoarthritis, they are also associated with potential cartilage degradation, although specific data on cortisone gel's direct impact is limited.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Adrenal Hormones and Disorders Stress Responses and Cortisol Osteoarthritis Treatment and Mechanisms

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
2 January 2026