Hydrogel-based implant could relieve pain in damaged joints. (IMAGE)

Duke University

Hydrogel-based implant could relieve pain in damaged joints.

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Duke researchers have developed a gel-based cartilage substitute to relieve achy knees that’s even stronger and more durable than the real thing. Clinical trials to start next year. Credit: Canva

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Benjamin Wiley, Duke University

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