Carbon Nanotubes for Cartilage and Bone Tissue Engineering

Cartilage and bone are crucial components of the human body that impact the health of millions of people worldwide. The degradation or loss of cartilage and bone severely affects mobility, decreasing the quality of life. Conventional methods for replacing or treating cartilage and bone-related defects have often failed to replicate the functions of natural bone and cartilage. Herein, we explore the potential of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) as promising materials for cartilage and bone treatment. This exploration discusses their important characteristics, along with the synthesis and characterization of CNTs. Additionally, it examines the transformative impact of CNTs at the cellular level for repairing injured tissues and revitalizing life. Firstly, it explores the influence of CNTs on tissue recovery or regeneration. Secondly, it reveals the development of secure and efficient implementation strategies for CNTs and their composites at the affected site. Finally, it deliberates on the detailed pathway of CNT use in cartilage and bone tissue engineering, as well as its importance for future research.