| abstract |
The use of an anti-connexin polynucleotide, peptide, or antibody for the treatment of an orthopedic condition. Methods, compounds, compositions, kits and products comprising anti-connexin agents for treating orthopedic disorders, diseases or conditions and for promoting post-surgical wound healing. The present invention relates generally to methods and compositions for the treatment of subjects suffering from, predisposed to, or at risk of various orthopedic-related diseases, disorders, or conditions. In one aspect, the present invention relates to various orthopedic-related diseases characterized in whole or in part by pain, inflammation, excessive scarring and / or abnormal tissue formation within and / or around the joints, A method of treating a subject suffering from, predisposed to, or at risk of having a disorder or condition, comprising administering an anti-connexin agent and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier or diluent A method comprising the steps of: [Selection figure] None |