Based on their results in Korea/Japan, they received a Phase 3 fast track in the USA, and hope to show true cartilage regeneration. Potentially historic moment for the industry coming.
The company's autologous cartilage repair product will now be reimbursed under national health insurance, WOMAC scores improved better than hyaluronic acid injections.
The trial found no significant difference in pain or function outcomes between bone marrow injections and sham procedures over 12 months, but also had important limitations.