International Cartilage Regeneration & Joint Preservation Society (ICRS)

The ICRS is the main forum for international collaboration in cartilaginous tissue research and joint preservation. Recognizing that there is a continuum from cartilage injury to degenerative joint disease we bring together basic scientists, clinical researchers, physicians, other healthcare providers and members of industry, engaged or interested in the field of articular biology, its genetic basis and regenerative medicine.

We seek to improve our patients' quality of life, decrease their disability and reduce the impact of degenerative joint disease on health-care systems worldwide by preserving joints and maintaining function.