If knee osteoarthritis is making walking, climbing stairs or everyday activities painful, Arthrosamid® may offer a long-lasting, minimally invasive treatment option without surgery.
Treatment is provided at Phoenix Medical Clinic following an individual orthopaedic assessment to establish whether Arthrosamid® is suitable for you.
Arthrosamid® is a single-injection treatment for pain caused by knee osteoarthritis. The non-biodegradable hydrogel is injected into the knee joint, where it integrates with the joint lining and is designed to provide long-lasting cushioning and pain relief.
Meet with our doctor to discuss your knee pain, medical history and previous treatments, and assess whether Arthrosamid® may be suitable for you.
Arthrosamid® Treatment
Arthrosamid® is administered as a single injection into the knee joint during a minimally invasive procedure at our Watford clinic.
Aftercare and Follow-Up
You will receive appropriate aftercare information and clinical guidance following your treatment.
Considering Arthrosamid® treatment? Here are clear answers to some of the questions patients commonly ask before arranging an orthopaedic assessment.
Arthrosamid® is a non-biodegradable polyacrylamide hydrogel used to treat pain associated with knee osteoarthritis. It is administered as a single injection into the knee joint following an individual medical assessment.
Arthrosamid® is administered as a single injection into the knee joint by a qualified clinician. The area is numbed with local anaesthetic, and the procedure is completed during an outpatient clinic visit.
It may be considered for adults experiencing symptoms of knee osteoarthritis. Suitability depends on factors including your symptoms, medical history, examination findings, previous treatments and the condition of your knee. An individual assessment is therefore required.
Arthrosamid® is injected into the knee joint by a qualified clinician using a sterile technique. A local anaesthetic is used, and the procedure is normally completed during an outpatient appointment. Your clinician will explain the complete process beforehand.
Preventative antibiotics may be prescribed to reduce the risk of infection associated with the injection procedure. Your clinician will decide whether they are appropriate and explain how they should be taken. Please tell us about any antibiotic allergies before treatment.
Improvement is not always immediate and may develop gradually over several weeks. Clinical studies have reported sustained improvement in some patients for several years following one injection. The degree and duration of benefit vary between individuals.
Reported effects can include temporary pain, discomfort or swelling around the treated knee. Infection and other complications are possible with any joint injection, although they are uncommon. Your clinician will discuss the potential benefits, risks and warning symptoms before treatment.
Both knees may be treated when clinically appropriate. Your doctor will assess each knee separately and advise whether they should be treated during the same appointment or at different times.
You will receive individual aftercare and activity instructions. Temporary discomfort or swelling may occur, and you may be advised to limit strenuous activity initially. Physiotherapy or a rehabilitation programme may also be recommended to support movement, strength and function.
Yes. Arthrosamid® treatment can be repeated if its benefits diminish over time. For many patients, this may not be considered for several years. However, in individual cases, a further injection may be considered from six months after the initial treatment. Your doctor will reassess your knee and advise whether repeat treatment is appropriate.
Arthrosamid® treatment is subject to medical assessment and approval.
The timing of your physiotherapy appointments will be planned around your procedure according to your individual clinical needs.
