What Researchers Did
Researchers reviewed current and emerging noninvasive and biologic treatment approaches for osteonecrosis of the femoral head.
What They Found
They identified various noninvasive treatment modalities, including pharmacologic measures, electrical stimulation, shock wave therapy, and electromagnetic field therapy. Additionally, biologic alternatives aim to induce new bone formation. Many of these agents or techniques are still undergoing preclinical and clinical trials, and some lack FDA approval for osteonecrosis of the femoral head.
What This Means for Canadian Patients
Canadian patients with osteonecrosis of the femoral head may benefit from a range of evolving noninvasive and biologic treatments in the future. However, many of these promising therapies are still under investigation or awaiting regulatory approval, so access may be limited currently.
Canadian Relevance
This study has no direct Canadian connection.
Study Limitations
As a review, this study did not present new primary data and noted that many discussed treatments are still experimental or lack regulatory approval.