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.
The IRS defines a long-term investment as an asset that you have held for more than one year â whether it is a marketable security, such as a stock or bond, or a real estate investment. This is an important distinction because income from long-term dividends is taxed at the lower capital gains tax, while short-term investments are taxed as ordinary income.