Chondroplasty is an option in cases of mild to moderate cartilage wear. During arthroscopy the loose cartilage flaps and debris within the knee are removed using an arthroscopic shaver. Great care is taken to avoid damaging normal cartilage.
Short Term Investments as Current Assets on the Balance Sheet. These are investments that a company plans to sell shortly or can be sold to provide cash. These short-term investments aren't as readily available as money in a checking account but they provide added cushion if some immediate need were to arise.
A 'Current Asset', such as Cash, is an asset that is constantly flowing in and out of the business. The amount of Cash held by a business changes in value on a day-to-day basis. Stock, the value of materials and goods held by the business/organisation, is also a current asset.