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Hello all, I’ve had arthrofibrosis for 6+ years now and am concerned that I have a dental infection that could go to the knee and require a revision. The thought of it is terrifying to me. I’ve been to the dentist, and he agreed that my concerns were legit and is sending me to an oral surgeon for a cone beam xray (CAT scan, basically called CBCT). Besides the pain in my tooth, my knee is only a little warm but is acting a bit more aggravated than usual. Every day that goes by I’m concerned that the infection may be getting worse. Any advice or do you have any knowledge of others’ experience with this?

Hello! I was diagnosed with knee arthrofibrosis beginning of May 2026. I had a localized PVNS surgery back in 2022. I was able to achieve 120 degrees flexion after the surgery. Afterwards, I had an injury during a sports activity back in 2025 Feb. It led to pain &inflamation and my ROM reduced to 90 degrees. I have seen different Orthopedic Surgeons between 2025 Feb and 2025 July. Have taken two physical therapy as well during that time frame. I was diagnosed with arthroscopic fibrosis very recently by another surgeon (who did my PVNS surgery back in 2022). I hear experience in arthrofibrosis surgery is of crucial importance, have you heard of any surgeons with arthrofibrosis experience in Turkey? Thanks!

This interesting short YouTube video explores the origins of Ozempic (semaglutide) and how it appears to protect cartilage in joints, perhaps even permitting cartilage re-grow. The mechanism is independent of weight loss. See https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JM1he4pHzpw

Please note - one of the referenced studies in this video used hyaluronic acid (HA) injections for osteoarthritis. Some forms of HA are well know to promote fibrosis and in my opinion its use in arthrofibrosis is not wise.

Kayley

See our new blog that summarises Dr Rosenberger's YouTube interview at https://www.arthrofibrosis.info/post/manipulation-under-anaesthesia-for-knee-arthrofibrosis

Or view the video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7dN5OIohNm0

Kayley

A Medical Xpress story summarises the risks associated with injectable peptides such as GHK-Cu, BPC-157 and TB-500, which are not approved for use in humans. See https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-04-peptides-antiaging-trend-evidence-theyre.html?utm_source=nwletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-nwletter

Animal studies suggest that these peptides increase the production of several growth factors and cytokines that are key drivers of arthrofibrosis and cancer. BP-157 has been banned by all regulatory authorities. These peptides may also impact brain chemistry and there are reports of mood dysregulation, flu-like symptoms and joint pain.

In my opinion, it is not wise to try injectable peptides, especially if you have arthrofibrosis.

Kayley

The benefits of mindfulness meditation for physical and mental health are far reaching and well established. This Science X story discusses the role of acceptance in mindfulness https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-03-benefits-mindfulness-meditation.html?utm_source=nwletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-nwletter

Acceptance of pain and disability does not mean giving up on improving your situation, but instead means noticing and accepting unpleasant experiences without fear or judgement.

Kayley

My husband has knee arthrofibrosis and would like to meet with orthropedic surgeon in the united states. Dr. David Singleton has contributed to the site, but I cannot locate his contact information. Do you have any providers or centers you would recommend in the United States?

New research shows that the resolution of pain is an active process dependent on particular immune cells called monocytes. One particular type of monocyte produces a signaling molecule called IL10, which binds to nerve cells to turn off pain. More IL-10 is produced in men than in women.

Sim et al (2026 Neuroimmunology) say "In humans, pain resolved faster in men than in women after traumatic injury and was associated with higher circulating monocytes

and IL-10 levels in men". And "The slower resolution of pain in women increases their risk

of transitioning to chronic pain".

See https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-02-chronic-pain-longer-women-immune.html?utm_source=nwletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-nwletter for the story.

Kayley

Orthopaedic surgeon explains on his YouTube channel The Surgeon Unmasked why surgery to fix a meniscus tear is usually not a good idea. See https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Ffr2AD9tHM