OsCell | The Robert Jones and Agnes Orthopaedic Hospital | Oswestry | WorldWide Reputation for Excellence in Orthopaedic Research

Prof Richardson, Paul Harrison and Dr Ashton formed Oscell

The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic
Hospital in Oswestry has a worldwide reputation
for excellence in Orthopaedic research.
Oscell formed in 1996 in response to growing
interest in Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation.

Tibial Osteotomy

May be used in conjunction with ACI in knees
with early arthritis on one side of the knee.
A clinical trial is underway in Oswestry at present.

Stem Cells

Mesenchymal Stem cells (MSCs) are stored by the
body in the bone marrow as a natural reserve
source of cells for bone healing.

Latest Oscell Projects

Donations go to the Instituteof Orthopaedics,
a charity dedicated to research and teaching
of Orthopaedics at Oswestry.

Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation

Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation (ACI) is a technique that aims to repair damaged cartilage in a joint. The knee joint is most commonly treated with this technique.

Cartilage Cells (chondrocytes) are taken from the knee and multiplied in culture to increase the number of cells. When there are enough cells available, these cells are implanted back into the knee to repair the area of cartilage damage. Read more...

Latest News

Oscell is currently in the process of applying for the Trade Mark, which we hope to achive in the coming months.
16th August 2008

Oscell with the help of Multi Matrix Solutions redesigned and redeveloped the web site since 2003. It has given a much needed design and navigation structure.
14th August 2008

Doctor Advice on Post-operation

Following ACI you will be walking with crutches, partial weight bearing for six weeks.

The important thing in this stage is to have plenty of knee movement. The best way to do this is by using an exercise bicycle with very little resistance.

Patient's Testimonials

January 2005 I slipped in some mud, the overextension of my right knee caused the femur to fracture.

I cannot thank Professor Richardson and his team enough, my outlook would have been one of using walking aids (crutch or stick) probably for the rest of my life with regular surgery to replace the nail and screws. Read more...