Journal of Pain Research,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
Volume 18, P. 391 - 404
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Knee
osteoarthritis
(KOA)
is
a
prevalent
degenerative
bone
and
joint
disease
observed
in
clinical
practice.
While
acupuncture
has
demonstrated
efficacy
treating
KOA,
the
central
mechanisms
underlying
its
effects
remain
ambiguous.
Recently,
functional
magnetic
resonance
imaging
(fMRI)
been
extensively
applied
studying
brain
of
analgesia.
Currently,
network
analysis
based
on
connectomics
focal
point
research.
Therefore,
this
study
uses
KOA
as
research
vehicle,
focuses
abnormal
connectivity
patterns
networks,
integrates
pain
assessments
to
thoroughly
investigate
therapeutic
KOA.
In
parallel,
randomized,
sham-controlled
neuroimaging
trial,
60
patients
will
be
randomly
divided
into
group
sham
1:1
ratio,
treated
three
times
weekly
for
total
12
sessions.
Patients
undergo
symptom
cranial
fMRI
scans
at
baseline
(-1-0
weeks),
post-treatment
(4
follow-up
(16
weeks).
Forty
healthy
subjects
recruited
observation,
with
single
MRI
scan
conducted
only
week).
The
primary
indicator
change
NRS
score
after
four
weeks
treatment,
secondary
outcomes
including
WOMAC,
STAI,
safety
assessments.
observations
employ
independent
component
analysis,
construction,
connectivity,
complemented
by
Pearson
correlation
explore
relationship
between
responses
improvements.
This
initially
uncover
how
intervention
chronic
centrally
regulates
exerts
through
modulation
patterns,
long-term
effect.
approved
ethics
committee
Shandong
University
Traditional
Chinese
Medicine
Affiliated
Hospital
((2024)
Lunshen
No.
(028)
-
KY).
registered
Clinical
Trial
Registry
(ChiCTR2400083695).
ACS Nano,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
18(11), P. 8125 - 8142
Published: March 7, 2024
Osteoarthritis
(OA)
is
a
degenerative
joint
disease
characterized
by
progressive
erosion
of
the
articular
cartilage
and
inflammation.
Mesenchymal
stem
cells'
(MSCs)
transplantation
in
OA
treatment
emerging,
but
its
clinical
application
still
limited
low
efficiency
oriented
differentiation.
In
our
study,
to
improve
therapeutic
efficiencies
MSCs
carbonic
anhydrase
IX
(CA9)
siRNA
(siCA9)-based
inflammation
regulation
Kartogenin
(KGN)-based
chondrogenic
differentiation,
combination
strategy
nanomedicine
codelivering
KGN
siCA9
(AHK-CaP/siCA9
NPs)
was
used.
vitro
results
demonstrated
that
these
NPs
could
inflammatory
microenvironment
through
repolarization
M1
macrophages
M2
phenotype
downregulating
expression
levels
CA9
mRNA.
Meanwhile,
also
enhance
chondrogenesis
bone
marrow-derived
mesenchymal
cells
(BMSCs)
upregulating
pro-chondrogenic
TGF-β1,
ACAN,
Col2α1
mRNA
levels.
Moreover,
an
advanced
mouse
model,
compared
with
BMSCs
alone
group,
lower
synovitis
score
OARSI
were
found
group
plus
AHK-CaP/siCA9
NPs,
suggesting
this
approach
effectively
inhibit
promote
regeneration
progression.
Therefore,
synchronization
regulating
macrophage
reprogramming
(CA9
gene
silencing)
promoting
differentiation
agent
(KGN)
may
be
potential
maximize
for
treatment.
Journal of Nanobiotechnology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
22(1)
Published: May 20, 2024
Abstract
Background
and
aims
Osteoarthritis
(OA)
is
a
prevalent
degenerative
joint
disorder,
marked
by
the
progressive
degeneration
of
cartilage,
synovial
inflammation,
subchondral
bone
hyperplasia.
The
tissue
plays
pivotal
role
in
cartilage
regulation.
Exosomes
(EXOs),
small
membrane-bound
vesicles
released
cells
into
extracellular
space,
are
crucial
mediating
intercellular
communication
facilitating
exchange
information
between
tissues.
Our
study
aimed
to
devise
hydrogel
microsphere
infused
with
SOD3-enriched
exosomes
(S-EXOs)
protect
introduce
novel,
effective
approach
for
OA
treatment.
Materials
methods
We
analyzed
single-cell
sequencing
data
from
4247
obtained
GEO
database.
Techniques
such
as
PCR,
Western
Blot,
immunofluorescence
(IF),
assays
measure
oxidative
stress
levels
were
employed
validate
cartilage-protective
properties
identified
key
protein,
SOD3.
In
vivo,
mice
received
intra-articular
injections
S-EXOs
bearing
microspheres,
effectiveness
was
assessed
using
safranine
O
(S.O)
staining
IF.
Results
Single-cell
analysis
suggested
that
synovium
influences
via
exocrine
release
findings
revealed
purified
enhanced
antioxidant
capacity
chondrocytes,
maintained
matrix
metabolism
stability.
S-EXO
group
showed
significant
reduction
mitoROS
ROS
164.2%
(
P
<
0.0001)
142.7%
0.0001),
respectively,
compared
IL-1β
group.
Furthermore,
exhibited
increased
COL
II
ACAN
levels,
increments
2.1-fold
3.1-fold
over
Additionally,
decrease
MMP13
ADAMTS5
protein
expression
42.3%
44.4%
respectively.
It
found
S-EXO-containing
microspheres
could
effectively
deliver
SOD3
significantly
mitigate
progression.
OARSI
score
markedly
decreased
Conclusion
demonstrated
secreted
fibroblasts
exert
protective
effect
on
laden
offer
promising
therapeutic
alternative
Heliyon,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
10(2), P. e24042 - e24042
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
Osteoarthritis
(OA)
is
an
age-related
musculoskeletal
disease
that
results
in
pain
and
functional
disability.
Stem
cell
therapy
has
been
considered
as
a
promising
treatment
for
OA.
In
this
study,
the
therapeutic
action
potential
mechanism
of
synovial
mesenchymal
stem
cells
(SMSCs)-derived
exosomes
(Exos)
OA
cartilage
damage
were
investigated.
Cartilage
stimulated
with
IL-1β
to
establish
vitro
model
damage.
functions
detected
by
CCK-8,
scratch
assay,
flow
cytometry,
respectively.
Inflammatory
cytokine
levels
assessed
ELISA.
Target
molecule
measured
qRT‒PCR
Western
blotting.
Exos-induced
differential
expression
miRNAs
analyzed
microarray
analysis.
The
interaction
between
miR-485-3p
neuropilin-1
(NRP1)
was
validated
dual
luciferase
reporter
RIP
assays.
We
found
Exos
promoted
proliferation,
migration,
ECM
secretion,
but
restrained
apoptosis
inflammation
IL-1β-exposed
via
up-regulation
miR-485-3p.
Additionally,
directly
targeted
NRP1
repress
expression,
which
subsequently
caused
inactivation
PI3K/Akt
pathway.
protective
effect
on
counteracted
overexpression-mediated
activation
conclusion,
delivered
attenuate
IL-1β-induced
degradation
targeting
succedent
Our
findings
shed
light
novel
OA,
suggest
restoration
might
be
approach
treatment.
Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
17(5), P. 1136 - 1136
Published: Feb. 29, 2024
Knee
osteoarthritis
(OA)
is
one
of
the
leading
causes
disability
around
globe.
Osteoarthritis
mainly
considered
a
disease
affecting
elderly.
However,
more
and
studies
show
that
sports
overuse,
obesity,
or
congenital
disorders
can
initiate
pathologic
cascade
leads
to
OA
changes
in
younger
population.
Nevertheless,
mostly
affects
elderly,
with
increasing
life
expectancy,
will
develop
individuals.
To
date,
golden
standard
treatment
end-stage
total
joint
replacement
(TJR),
which
restores
painless
knee
motion
function.
One
weakest
elements
TJR
its
bonding
bone,
be
achieved
by
material,
such
as
poly
methyl-methacrylate
(PMMA),
cementless
fixation
supported
bone
ingrowth
onto
endoprosthesis
surface.
Each
technique
has
advantages;
however,
most
important
factor
revision
rate
survivor
time.
In
past,
numerous
articles
were
published
regarding
rate,
but
no
consensus
been
established
yet.
this
review,
we
focused
on
comparison
cemented
surgeries.
We
introduced
PICO
rules,
including
population,
intervention,
outcomes
PubMed
search.
identified
783
between
2010
2023,
out
included
14
our
review.
Our
review
reveals
there
universally
prescribed
approach
fixate
prostheses.
The
determination
suitable
method
necessitates
an
individualized
decision-making
process
involving
active
participation
informed
consent
each
patient.
Phytotherapy Research,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
38(7), P. 3352 - 3369
Published: April 20, 2024
Abstract
Osteoarthritis
(OA)
is
a
complicated
joint
disorder
characterized
by
inflammation
that
causes
destruction.
Cucurbitacin
B
(CuB)
naturally
occurring
triterpenoid
compound
derived
from
plants
in
the
Cucurbitaceae
family.
The
aim
of
this
study
to
investigate
potential
role
and
mechanisms
CuB
mouse
model
OA.
This
identified
key
targets
pathways
through
network
pharmacology
analysis.
In
vivo
vitro
studies
confirmed
Through
pharmacology,
54
for
treating
OA
were
identified.
therapeutic
associated
with
nod‐like
receptor
pyrin
domain
3
(NLRP3)
inflammasome
pyroptosis.
Molecular
docking
results
indicate
strong
binding
affinity
nuclear
factor
erythroid
2‐related
2
(Nrf2)
p65.
experiments
demonstrate
effectively
inhibits
expression
pro‐inflammatory
factors
induced
interleukin‐1β
(IL‐1β),
including
cyclooxygenase‐2,
inducible
nitric
oxide
synthase,
IL‐1β,
IL‐18.
degradation
type
II
collagen
aggrecan
extracellular
matrix
(ECM),
as
well
metalloproteinase‐13
disintegrin
metalloproteinase
thrombospondin
motifs‐5.
protects
cells
activating
Nrf2/hemeoxygenase‐1
(HO‐1)
pathway
inhibiting
factor‐κB
(NF‐κB)/NLRP3
inflammasome‐mediated
Moreover,
show
can
slow
down
cartilage
an
model.
prevents
progression
chondrocytes
ECM
degradation.
action
further
mediated
activation
Nrf2/HO‐1
inhibit
NF‐κB/NLRP3
activation.
Thus,
agent
Journal of Orthopaedic Translation,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
46, P. 1 - 17
Published: May 1, 2024
Osteoarthritis
(OA)
is
a
chronic
and
degenerative
condition
that
persists
progresses
over
time.
Sipeimine
(Sip),
steroidal
alkaloid
derived
from
Fritillariae
Cirrhosae
Bulbus,
has
attracted
considerable
attention
due
to
its
exceptional
anti-inflammatory,
analgesic,
antioxidant,
anti-cancer
characteristics.
However,
Sip's
effects
on
OA
mechanism
still
need
further
research.
This
study
utilized
network
pharmacology
identify
initial
targets
for
Sip.
Functional
associations
of
Sip
in
were
clarified
through
Gene
Ontology
(GO)
enrichment
analysis,
bioinformatically
analyzing
list
targets.
Subsequently,
Kyoto
Encyclopedia
Genes
Genomes
(KEGG)
analysis
assessed
pathways
linked
therapeutic
efficacy
OA.
Molecular
docking
techniques
explored
binding
affinity
with
key
In
vitro
experiments
impact
lipopolysaccharide
(LPS)-induced
pro-inflammatory
factors
protective
collagen-II
aggrecan
degradation
within
the
extracellular
matrix
(ECM).
Western
blotting
fluorescence
analyses
conducted
determine
Sip-mediated
signaling
pathways.
Moreover,
vivo
using
mouse
model
validated
efficacy.
The
results
revealed
total
57
candidate
treatment.
GO
demonstrated
robust
correlation
between
inflammatory
response,
response
LPS
NF-κB-inducing
kinase
activity
KEGG
highlighted
significance
NF-κB
PI3K-AKT
potential
Furthermore,
molecular
p65
PI3K.
effectively
suppressed
expression
induced
by
LPS,
such
as
COX-2,
iNOS,
IL-1β,
IL-18.
Besides,
counteracted
ECM
MMP-13
ADAMTS-5
mediated
LPS.
safeguarding
ascribed
inhibition
PI3K/AKT/NF-κB
pathway
NLRP3
inflammasome
pyroptosis.
Additionally,
could
alleviate
subchondral
remodeling,
cartilage
degeneration,
synovitis
well
exhibited
attenuating
progression
suppressing
pathway,
consequently
inhibiting
activation
translational
this
articleThis
provides
biological
rationale
use
treatment,
provide
new
concept
targeted
application
natural
compounds.
Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
20(1)
Published: Jan. 17, 2025
KOA,
a
chronic
degenerative
joint
disease,
is
commonly
treated
with
intra-articular
HA
and
PRP,
used
alone
or
in
combination.
However,
the
efficacy
safety
of
combination
therapy
(PRP
+
HA)
remain
unclear.
The
aim
this
systematic
review
meta-analysis
to
assess
clinical
effectiveness
profile
PRP
versus
monotherapy
for
KOA.
A
search
was
conducted
using
four
electronic
databases
(PubMed,
EMBASE,
Scopus,
Cochrane
Library)
select
publications
published
peer-reviewed
journals.
mean
difference
(MD)
risk
ratio
(RR)
calculated,
along
their
95%
confidence
intervals.
We
assessed
heterogeneity
Q
I2statistics
appropriate
p-value.
analysis
RevMan
5.4.
GRADE
system
evidence
assessment
each
outcome
parameter.
This
11
RCTs
(n
=
1023
KOA
patients)
revealed
that
has
substantial
than
reducing
OMAC
total
scores
[MD
-1.77
(95%
CI
-2.20
−
1.34);
I2
10%,
p
<
0.001],
VAS
-4.27
-4.96
3.58);
13%,
Lequesne
index
score
-5.48
-6.56
4.40);
16%,
while
increasing
IKDC
-2.10
-3.70
0.50);
9%,
0.01],
low
adverse
events
[RR
0.41
0.35
0.48);
12%,
0.001].
reveals
that,
patients
safe
yields
better
outcomes
pain
relief
functional
improvement
compared
monotherapy.
Stem Cell Research & Therapy,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
16(1)
Published: Feb. 11, 2025
This
study
aims
to
assess
the
effectiveness
and
safety
of
mesenchymal
stem
cell
(MSC)
transplantation
in
treatment
autoimmune
rheumatic
immune
diseases
through
randomized
controlled
trials
(RCTs).
Two
researchers
conducted
a
comprehensive
search
Chinese
English
databases
from
their
inception
until
Dec.
2023.
The
literature
screening
data
extraction
were
then
performed.
Statistical
analysis
was
carried
out
using
RevMan
5.4
software.
A
total
42
relevant
RCTs,
involving
2,183
participants,
ultimately
included
this
study.
These
RCTs
encompassed
four
types
bone
diseases,
namely
rheumatoid
arthritis
(RA),
osteoarthritis
(OA),
spondyloarthritis,
systemic
sclerosis
arthritis,
lupus
erythematosus
(SLE),
inflammatory
bowel
disease,
multiple
sclerosis,
primary
Sjögren's
syndrome
(PSS).
systematic
review
indicates
that
MSC
may
improve
RA,
PSS.
meta-analysis
reveals
significantly
improved
symptoms
patients
with
OA
[VAS
(visual
analogue
scale):
marrow:
SMD
=
−
0.95,
95%
CI
1.55
0.36,
P
0.002;
umbilical
cord:
1.25,
2.04
0.46,
adipose
tissue:
-1.26,
-1.99
0.52,
0.0009)],
SLE
[Systemic
disease
activity
index
(SLEDAI):
2.32,
3.59
1.06,
0.0003],
[clinical
efficacy:
RR
2.02,
1.53
2.67,
<
0.00001].
However,
not
(Ssc).
Importantly,
did
increase
incidence
adverse
events
(OA:
1.23,
0.93
1.65,
0.15;
SLE:
0.83,
0.28
2.51,
0.76;
Inflammatory
disease:
0.99,
0.81
1.22,
0.96;
Multiple
sclerosis:
1.12,
1.53,
0.50),
supporting
its
profile
across
studies.
findings
suggest
holds
promise
for
several
while
highlighting
areas
where
further
research
is
warranted.
have
potential
treat
diseases.
Moreover.
appears
be
relatively
safe
could
considered
as
viable
alternative
option
Stem Cell Research & Therapy,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
16(1)
Published: Feb. 12, 2025
Bone-related
diseases
impact
a
large
portion
of
the
global
population
and,
due
to
their
high
disability
rates
and
limited
treatment
options,
pose
significant
medical
economic
challenges.
Mesenchymal
stem
cells
(MSCs)
can
differentiate
into
multiple
cell
types
offer
strong
regenerative
potential,
making
them
promising
for
treating
various
diseases.
However,
issues
with
immune
response
survival
limit
effectiveness
transplantation.
This
has
led
increased
interest
in
cell-free
therapy,
particularly
use
exosomes,
which
is
most
studied
form
this
approach.
Exosomes
are
extracellular
vesicles
that
contain
proteins,
lipids,
nucleic
acids
play
key
role
communication
material
exchange.
Pyroptosis,
death
involved
innate
immunity,
also
associated
many
Studies
have
shown
MSC-derived
exosomes
therapeutic
potential
range
conditions
by
regulating
inflammation
pyroptosis.
study
explored
modulating
pyroptosis
improve
bone-related