About this video
Last updated: 9 October 2026
The video’s first sign is a persistent dull ache around the kneecap or in the joint that does not go away with rest. Its second sign is a painful grinding or clicking sensation that can feel like sand in the joint. Its third sign is swelling that lingers for more than a few days after activities.
Key points
- It says these symptoms are easy to ignore, but can be a warning sign of early cartilage damage.
- The video says cartilage does not heal on its own.
Questions this video answers
What are the early signs of cartilage damage in the knee?
The video lists three signs: a persistent dull ache around the kneecap or in the joint that does not go away with rest, a painful grinding or clicking sensation, and swelling that lingers for more than a few days after activities. It says these can be a warning sign of early cartilage damage.
Does cartilage heal on its own?
The video says cartilage does not heal on its own. It names a persistent dull ache, grinding or clicking, and lingering swelling as signs that can point to early cartilage damage.
