Joint Pain Clinic London - Non-Surgical Treatment Options
Joints should not dominate your thoughts. But when every movement reminds you of pain, joints become all you think about.
What you used to do without thinking now requires planning. Walking. Stairs. Getting out of chairs. Activities you enjoyed are now activities you avoid.
Surgery looms as the inevitable solution. But it does not have to be inevitable.
Non-Surgical Joint Treatment Is Advancing
Regenerative medicine has transformed joint care. Treatments that harness your body's healing abilities can reduce pain, improve function, and potentially slow degeneration.
These are not simply pain masking. They address underlying joint health.
For many patients, non-surgical treatment provides years of improved quality of life. Some avoid surgery entirely. Others delay it significantly. All prefer less pain today while deciding about tomorrow.
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Joints We Treat
Knees
The most common joint we see. Osteoarthritis, meniscus degeneration, ligament injuries, and patellofemoral problems all respond to regenerative treatment.
Knee pain limits life more than almost any other joint problem. Effective treatment restores independence and activity.
Hips
Hip arthritis and labral problems cause groin pain, stiffness, and difficulty with daily activities. Injection therapies can provide significant relief.
Shoulders
Rotator cuff injuries, frozen shoulder, and arthritis limit arm movement and sleep. PRP and other injections accelerate healing and reduce pain.
Elbows
Tennis elbow and golfer's elbow are classic PRP indications. Chronic tendon problems respond well to regenerative treatment.
Wrists and Hands
Arthritis affecting hands impacts everything you do. Injection therapy to small joints can improve function and comfort.
Ankles and Feet
Achilles tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis, and ankle arthritis benefit from targeted treatment.
Spine
Facet joint injections and other spinal treatments address back and neck pain.
Treatment Options Available
PRP Injections
Concentrated platelets from your blood deliver growth factors that reduce inflammation, stimulate repair, and improve joint health. PRP has growing evidence for osteoarthritis and soft tissue injuries.
Hyaluronic Acid Injections
Viscosupplementation adds lubricating fluid to arthritic joints. It cushions and protects remaining cartilage while reducing pain.
Steroid Injections
Corticosteroids reduce inflammation quickly. They provide temporary relief useful for acute flares but are not a long-term solution.
Combination Approaches
Different injections can be combined or staged to maximise benefit. Your treatment plan is tailored to your specific condition.
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What Happens at Your Appointment
Your consultation begins with understanding your pain. Where exactly does it hurt? What makes it worse or better? How does it affect your life?
We review any imaging you have and may recommend additional scans if needed for diagnosis.
Physical examination assesses joint movement, stability, and specific pain patterns.
Based on assessment, we explain what is causing your pain and discuss treatment options. You understand exactly what we recommend and why before any treatment proceeds.
Ultrasound-Guided Injections
We use ultrasound guidance for many joint injections. Seeing the needle in real-time ensures accurate placement for optimal effect.
Precision matters. Medication delivered exactly where needed works better than blind injection.
Our Approach to Joint Care
We believe in honest assessment and appropriate treatment.
Not every joint problem benefits from injection. Some need physiotherapy. Some need surgery. Some need both. We tell you what we genuinely think will help rather than simply selling treatment.
For suitable candidates, regenerative injection therapy offers real benefits. For others, we help navigate the best path forward even if that means referral elsewhere.
Beyond Injections
Joint health involves more than what we inject. Weight management, appropriate exercise, physiotherapy, and lifestyle modification all contribute.
We can advise on comprehensive joint care and coordinate with physiotherapists and other specialists as needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I need surgery or can try injections first? Many factors influence this. Generally, if you have not tried conservative options including injection therapy, these are worth exploring before committing to surgery.
Are joint injections painful? Brief discomfort during injection. We use fine needles and can provide local anaesthetic. Most patients tolerate it well.
How long do results last? Varies by treatment type and individual response. PRP typically provides longer-lasting benefit than steroids.
What if injections do not work? If conservative treatment fails, surgical options can be discussed. We can refer to orthopaedic specialists.
Your joints deserve proper care, not just pain pills.
