Joint preservation techniques are used in patients with cartilage defects to preserve the joints and to restore the function.

Articular cartilage is the cartilage that covers the bony surface of joints. It has a smooth surface which allows the bones of the knee joint to slide over each other with very little friction. Articular cartilage is often damaged by injury or normal wear and tear.

The number of children participating in sports activities has been increasing over the recent years resulting in a substantial rise in the incidences of sports injuries. Even though there are several benefits of active participation in sports, including building up of self-confidence, physical fitness, and learning to work in a team, there is also a risk of sports-related injuries.

Mission Statement

My goal is to provide the highest quality of medical care available to all of my patients. This includes state of the art treatment for general orthopaedic injuries as well as athletic injuries. The ability to offer state of the art surgical and medical treatment is maintained by my active involvement in orthopaedic and sports medicine research. This research also includes developing innovative and minimally invasive surgical techniques to speed healing time and return patients back to work and athletes back to the field quicker.

Laith M. Jazrawi, M.D.

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Elbow

Knee

Shoulder

Foot & Ankle

Joint Preservation Surgery

Pediatric Sports Medicine

Biologics

Mission Statement

Sports Medicine and NYU Langone