Arthrosamid Injections/Hydrogels
Arthrosamid is a cutting-edge injectable that offers long-lasting pain relief for knee osteoarthritis.
At a glance
About
A non-invasive treatment for degenerative knee osteoarthritis
Effective
Referrals
Not Needed
Booking
Instant-book option available
Cost
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Lincolnshire £ 2995
Nature of knee cartilage injuries
Knee cartilage injuries are a common cause of knee pain and discomfort, particularly in patients with osteoarthritis. Unlike bone and muscle tissues, cartilage lacks a direct blood supply, which significantly limits its ability to repair itself.
When the cartilage in the knee joint is damaged, it may lead to pain, swelling, inflammation, and reduced mobility. Over time, if left untreated, cartilage damage can progress and worsen, contributing to the development of osteoarthritis.
Common causes of knee cartilage injuries
Knee cartilage injuries often result from repetitive stress on the knee joint or traumatic events, including:
High-impact activities: Running, jumping, or heavy lifting can place stress on the knee joint, leading to cartilage wear and injury.
Previous knee injuries: Fractures, ligament tears, or meniscus damage can increase the risk of cartilage damage as the joint structure is altered.
Ageing: As we age, the cartilage naturally weakens and becomes more prone to damage due to wear and tear.
Obesity: Excess body weight can place increased pressure on the knee joints, accelerating cartilage degradation.
Genetic predisposition: Some individuals may be more susceptible to cartilage injuries due to their genetic makeup, making them more prone to joint problems.
Diagnosing knee cartilage injuries
Knee cartilage injuries often present with pain, swelling, and limited range of motion. Patients may also report clicking, locking, or catching sensations in the joint. Diagnosis typically begins with a physical exam to assess pain, tenderness, and mobility. Imaging tests like X-rays or MRIs are commonly used to visualise the joint, assess the extent of cartilage damage, and guide treatment planning.
Suitable for
Osteoarthritis (specifically knees)
Treatment overview
Arthrosamid (a hydrogel) is an innovative treatment for knee osteoarthritis. It works by reducing inflammation around the joint, which is a key contributor to both knee pain and disease progression.
Arthrosamid is supported by more than two decades of research. It is proven to be safe and effective, offering long-lasting pain relief. The hydrogel is administered via a simple, one-step procedure under local anaesthetic. There is no need for complex surgeries, you can be in and out of our treatment centre on the same day.
MSK were the 1st to do in the UK have done over 500, have our own protocol for injection with good success rate and low complication rate. We have published and presented our results at international and nation conference.
About the product
Arthrosamid is a non-degradable and non-resorbable hydrogel composed of 2.5% cross-linked polyacrylamide and 97.5% non-pyrogenic water (McCollister et al., 1965). It is administered via an intra-articular injection into the knee joint.
The hydrogel serves as a scaffold for the synovial membrane, binding to the synovial membrane and acting as a physical buffer and scaffold.
Benefits
No long-lasting adverse effects have been reported in clinical studies
Positive effects have been shown to last for at least 2 years
Clinical studies have highlighted the efficiency of Arthrosamid, especially compared to traditional treatments like hyaluronic acid
MSK Doctors
We’re an MSK specialist clinic, made up of a team of doctors who focus on musculoskeletal health. We take the time to recommend the best treatment for our patients, not just the simplest or quickest.
We specialise in cutting-edge, alternative treatments, helping our patients alleviate pain and injury, without the need for surgery. Whilst the success of Arthrosamid is widely-reported, we also offer a range of complementary treatments that might further improve your condition.
How to pay
Self-pay
Most patients choose to self-fund their treatment by:
Bank transfers
Credit/debit cards
Cash (in person only)
Private medical insurance
Some of our treatments are covered by private medical insurance, check with your specific provider for more information.
Payment options
We partner with Kandoo, if you would like to pay in instalments. Head to the Kandoo page to make a finance application. You’ll receive an instant decision and your credit score will not be impacted.
The booking process
Online booking/call
Use our Calendly to book an initial consultation, or give us a call.
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consultation
If you are a new patient, our doctors might arrange a consultation before treatment.
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Treatment
You will be booked in for treatment. You will be booked in for treatment.
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Follow up
Our doctors might arrange a follow-up consultation, to check your response to treatment.
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Discharge
Once your doctor is happy with your recovery, you will be discharged. After discharge, we are always here for further questions or support, should you need it.
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Frequently asked questions
How does Arthrosamid work?
- It integrates with the knee’s existing synovial fluid, enhancing its ability to protect and lubricate the joint surfaces.
- This can lead to significant pain reduction and improved joint mobility.
How long does it take to see results?
Patients may notice an improvement in knee pain and mobility within a few weeks. The full effects can take several weeks to be realized as the hydrogel integrates with the joint tissue.
Injection Treatment Comparison
Explore the key differences between leading injection therapies used in joint, tendon, and cartilage care. Compare their effectiveness, uses, recovery time, and potential drawbacks to help guide your treatment decisions.
Injection Type | Best For | Effectiveness (⭐ out of 5) | What It Does | Recovery Time | Downside |
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Hyaluronic Acid (HA) Injection
Injection Type | Best For | Effectiveness (⭐ out of 5) | What It Does | Recovery Time | Downside |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Hyaluronic Acid (HA) Injection | Mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis, joint lubrication | ⭐⭐⭐ | Lubricates joints, reduces friction, and relieves pain in osteoarthritis. | Immediate return to daily activities, effects last 3-12 months.
| Short-term relief, effects wear off over time; does not regenerate cartilage.
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Cartilage Matrix Injection
Injection Type | Best For | Effectiveness (⭐ out of 5) | What It Does | Recovery Time | Downside |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cartilage Matrix Injection | Moderate to severe cartilage damage, osteoarthritis, surgical augmentation | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Provides a structural scaffold to support cartilage repair and regeneration. | Minimal downtime, improvement in 4-6 weeks, lasting 6-12 months. | May lead to mild inflammation or combination with other therapies for best results |
Arthrosamid Injection (Hydrogel)
Injection Type | Best For | Effectiveness (⭐ out of 5) | What It Does | Recovery Time | Downside |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Injection | Tendon injuries, mild arthritis, post-surgical healing. | ⭐⭐⭐ | Uses growthregfactors from the patient’s own blood to stimulate healing and reduce inflammation. Work well on ligaments and tendons. | Minimal downtime, improvement seen in 4-6 weeks, lasting 6-12 months. | Not very effective for established Arthritis. Unless combined with other treatments. |
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Injection
Injection Type | Best For | Effectiveness (⭐ out of 5) | What It Does | Recovery Time | Downside |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Injection | Tendon injuries, mild arthritis, post-surgical healing. | ⭐⭐⭐ | Uses growthregfactors from the patient’s own blood to stimulate healing and reduce inflammation. Work well on ligaments and tendons. | Minimal downtime, improvement seen in 4-6 weeks, lasting 6-12 months. | Not very effective for established Arthritis. Unless combined with other treatments. |
mFAT (Microfragmented Adipose Tissue) Injection
Injection Type | Best For | Effectiveness (⭐ out of 5) | What It Does | Recovery Time | Downside |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
mFAT (Microfragmented Adipose Tissue) Injection | Moderate to severe arthritis, joint degeneration, soft tissue repair | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Fat-derived stem cells injected into joints to reduce inflammation and promote tissue repair. | Light activity immediately, pain relief in 2-4 weeks, lasting 6-24 months | Requires minor liposuction to harvest fat; may not be as effective in severe arthritis |
BMAC (Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate) Injection
Injection Type | Best For | Effectiveness (⭐ out of 5) | What It Does | Recovery Time | Downside |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BMAC (Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate) Injection | Fracture healing. Previously used for cartilage regeneration; less preferred due to inconsistent results | ⭐⭐ | Bone marrow cells injected for potential cartilage repair, but effectiveness varies. | Minimal restrictions, noticeable effects in 3 months, full benefits in 6-12 months. | Inconsistent results, Very invasive; less preferred compared to other regenerative options. |
Cortisone (Steroid) Injection
Injection Type | Best For | Effectiveness (⭐ out of 5) | What It Does | Recovery Time | Downside |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cortisone (Steroid) Injection | Severe inflammation, advanced arthritis pain management (short-term use only) | ⭐
(Anti-Inflammatory) | Powerful anti-inflammatory, provides temporary pain relief but accelerates joint degeneration. | Immediate pain relief, but potential long-term cartilage damage. Best when mixed with PRP & HA to reduce toxicity. | Toxic to cartilage; long-term use can accelerate joint degeneration. |
Exosome Injection
Injection Type | Best For | Effectiveness (⭐ out of 5) | What It Does | Recovery Time | Downside |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Exosome Injection | Early-stage arthritis, tendon injuries, inflammation modulation, post-surgical recovery. | ⭐⭐⭐ | Delivers signaling molecules that promote regeneration, reduce inflammation, and support healing at a cellular level. | Minimal downtime, improvement seen in 3-6 weeks, lasting 6-12 months. | Still experimental; effectiveness varies depending on the condition treated. |
Injection Type | Best For | Effectiveness (⭐ out of 5) | What It Does | Recovery Time | Downside |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Hyaluronic Acid (HA) Injection | Mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis, joint lubrication | ⭐⭐⭐ | Lubricates joints, reduces friction, and relieves pain in osteoarthritis. | Immediate return to daily activities, effects last 3-12 months.
| Short-term relief, effects wear off over time; does not regenerate cartilage.
|
Cartilage Matrix Injection | Moderate to severe cartilage damage, osteoarthritis, surgical augmentation | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Provides a structural scaffold to support cartilage repair and regeneration. | Minimal downtime, improvement in 4-6 weeks, lasting 6-12 months. | May lead to mild inflammation or combination with other therapies for best results |
Arthrosamid Injection (Hydrogel) | Moderate to severe knee osteoarthritis, locking in regeneration effects, shielding the synovium | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
(Anti-degeneration) | Does not regenerate cartilage but indirectly reduces inflammation and protects the joint. | Immediate return to activities, full effect in 2-4 weeks, lasts 12-24 months | Does not regenerate cartilage, only helps maintain improvements and Side effect profile. |
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Injection | Tendon injuries, mild arthritis, post-surgical healing. | ⭐⭐⭐ | Uses growthregfactors from the patient’s own blood to stimulate healing and reduce inflammation. Work well on ligaments and tendons. | Minimal downtime, improvement seen in 4-6 weeks, lasting 6-12 months. | Not very effective for established Arthritis. Unless combined with other treatments. |
mFAT (Microfragmented Adipose Tissue) Injection | Moderate to severe arthritis, joint degeneration, soft tissue repair | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Fat-derived stem cells injected into joints to reduce inflammation and promote tissue repair. | Light activity immediately, pain relief in 2-4 weeks, lasting 6-24 months | Requires minor liposuction to harvest fat; may not be as effective in severe arthritis |
BMAC (Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate) Injection | Fracture healing. Previously used for cartilage regeneration; less preferred due to inconsistent results | ⭐⭐ | Bone marrow cells injected for potential cartilage repair, but effectiveness varies. | Minimal restrictions, noticeable effects in 3 months, full benefits in 6-12 months. | Inconsistent results, Very invasive; less preferred compared to other regenerative options. |
Cortisone (Steroid) Injection | Severe inflammation, advanced arthritis pain management (short-term use only) | ⭐
(Anti-Inflammatory) | Powerful anti-inflammatory, provides temporary pain relief but accelerates joint degeneration. | Immediate pain relief, but potential long-term cartilage damage. Best when mixed with PRP & HA to reduce toxicity. | Toxic to cartilage; long-term use can accelerate joint degeneration. |
Exosome Injection | Early-stage arthritis, tendon injuries, inflammation modulation, post-surgical recovery. | ⭐⭐⭐ | Delivers signaling molecules that promote regeneration, reduce inflammation, and support healing at a cellular level. | Minimal downtime, improvement seen in 3-6 weeks, lasting 6-12 months. | Still experimental; effectiveness varies depending on the condition treated. |
Hyaluronic Acid (HA) Injection
Best For
Mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis, joint lubrication
What It Does
Lubricates joints, reduces friction, and relieves pain in osteoarthritis.
Recovery Time
Immediate return to daily activities, effects last 3-12 months.
Downside
Short-term relief, effects wear off over time; does not regenerate cartilage.
Cartilage Matrix Injection
Best For
Moderate to severe cartilage damage, osteoarthritis, surgical augmentation
What It Does
Provides a structural scaffold to support cartilage repair and regeneration.
Recovery Time
Minimal downtime, improvement in 4-6 weeks, lasting 6-12 months.
Downside
May lead to mild inflammation or combination with other therapies for best results
Arthrosamid Injection (Hydrogel)
Best For
Tendon injuries, mild arthritis, post-surgical healing.
What It Does
Uses growthregfactors from the patient’s own blood to stimulate healing and reduce inflammation. Work well on ligaments and tendons.
Recovery Time
Minimal downtime, improvement seen in 4-6 weeks, lasting 6-12 months.
Downside
Not very effective for established Arthritis. Unless combined with other treatments.
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Injection
Best For
Tendon injuries, mild arthritis, post-surgical healing.
What It Does
Uses growthregfactors from the patient’s own blood to stimulate healing and reduce inflammation. Work well on ligaments and tendons.
Recovery Time
Minimal downtime, improvement seen in 4-6 weeks, lasting 6-12 months.
Downside
Not very effective for established Arthritis. Unless combined with other treatments.
mFAT (Microfragmented Adipose Tissue) Injection
Best For
Moderate to severe arthritis, joint degeneration, soft tissue repair
What It Does
Fat-derived stem cells injected into joints to reduce inflammation and promote tissue repair.
Recovery Time
Light activity immediately, pain relief in 2-4 weeks, lasting 6-24 months
Downside
Requires minor liposuction to harvest fat; may not be as effective in severe arthritis
BMAC (Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate) Injection
Best For
Fracture healing. Previously used for cartilage regeneration; less preferred due to inconsistent results
What It Does
Bone marrow cells injected for potential cartilage repair, but effectiveness varies.
Recovery Time
Minimal restrictions, noticeable effects in 3 months, full benefits in 6-12 months.
Downside
Inconsistent results, Very invasive; less preferred compared to other regenerative options.
Cortisone (Steroid) Injection
Best For
Severe inflammation, advanced arthritis pain management (short-term use only)
What It Does
Powerful anti-inflammatory, provides temporary pain relief but accelerates joint degeneration.
Recovery Time
Immediate pain relief, but potential long-term cartilage damage. Best when mixed with PRP & HA to reduce toxicity.
Downside
Toxic to cartilage; long-term use can accelerate joint degeneration.
Exosome Injection
Best For
Early-stage arthritis, tendon injuries, inflammation modulation, post-surgical recovery.
What It Does
Delivers signaling molecules that promote regeneration, reduce inflammation, and support healing at a cellular level.
Recovery Time
Minimal downtime, improvement seen in 3-6 weeks, lasting 6-12 months.
Downside
Still experimental; effectiveness varies depending on the condition treated.
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