Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common causes of knee pain, stiffness and reduced mobility. Whether symptoms are affecting your ability to exercise, enjoy daily activities or continue participating in sport, early assessment and the right treatment strategy can significantly improve long-term outcomes.
At Pro Sports Medicine in Cardiff, we provide a specialist sports medicine approach to knee osteoarthritis, combining accurate diagnosis, advanced imaging, rehabilitation and the latest regenerative medicine and injection therapies to help patients reduce pain, improve function and remain active for longer.
Knee osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint condition that develops when the cartilage within the knee gradually breaks down over time. As cartilage becomes thinner, the joint becomes less efficient at absorbing load, often resulting in:
Although osteoarthritis is commonly associated with ageing, it can also develop following previous sports injuries, meniscal damage, ligament injuries, surgery or repetitive joint loading.
Many people assume knee arthritis means they simply have to “live with it” until surgery becomes necessary.
This is rarely the case.
Modern sports medicine focuses on early intervention to:
At Pro Sports Medicine, every patient undergoes a comprehensive assessment to determine:
Our clinicians utilise advanced diagnostic ultrasound and can facilitate MRI imaging where appropriate to ensure the most accurate diagnosis possible.
Unlike a traditional “one treatment fits all” model, we build a personalised treatment plan around your symptoms, goals and stage of osteoarthritis.
A detailed clinical assessment and imaging-led diagnosis.
Identify the most effective treatment strategy for your individual presentation.
Implementation of evidence-based interventions including rehabilitation and injection therapies.
Strength, mobility and load-management programmes designed to improve long-term outcomes.
Helping patients return to exercise, sport and everyday activities with confidence.
As part of our specialist Regenerative Medicine Clinic, Pro Sports Medicine offers advanced non-surgical treatments designed to help manage knee osteoarthritis symptoms and improve joint function.
These treatments may be appropriate for patients seeking alternatives to surgery or wishing to delay joint replacement procedures.
PRP uses a concentrated sample of your own blood platelets containing growth factors that may help support tissue healing and reduce inflammation.
PRP is commonly used for:
PRP forms part of our wider regenerative medicine approach and is always combined with structured rehabilitation.
nSTRIDE® Autologous Protein Solution (APS) is one of the most advanced regenerative medicine treatments available for knee osteoarthritis.
The treatment uses anti-inflammatory proteins derived from your own blood to help rebalance the inflammatory environment within the knee joint.
nSTRIDE may be suitable for patients who:
Pro Sports Medicine is the only clinic in Wales offering this advanced treatment pathway.
Hyaluronic acid injections provide lubrication and cushioning within the knee joint.
Potential benefits include:
These injections can be particularly beneficial in mild to moderate osteoarthritis and are frequently combined with rehabilitation programmes.
Arthrosamid® is an innovative hydrogel injection designed specifically for knee osteoarthritis.
Unlike traditional injections, Arthrosamid integrates within the joint lining and has demonstrated long-lasting symptom improvement in many patients with knee OA.
At Pro Sports Medicine, Arthrosamid is delivered in partnership with Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Mr Andrew Miller as part of our advanced osteoarthritis treatment pathway.
Successful injection therapy depends on more than simply administering an injection.
The correct diagnosis, patient selection and injection accuracy are critical.
At Pro Sports Medicine, all appropriate injections are performed using ultrasound guidance to ensure precision, accuracy and optimal treatment delivery.
Our Injection Therapy Clinic provides access to:
This allows our clinicians to tailor treatment to the specific stage and presentation of your knee osteoarthritis.
Exercise remains one of the most effective treatments available for knee osteoarthritis.
Our specialist physiotherapists develop personalised programmes focusing on:
We combine rehabilitation with advanced technologies including:
This allows objective monitoring of progress and helps patients safely return to exercise and sport.
At Pro Sports Medicine, we bring elite sports medicine principles to every patient.
Our team works within professional sport and applies the same evidence-based standards used with elite athletes to help patients overcome pain and restore performance.
Rather than simply treating symptoms, our goal is to identify the root cause of your pain and deliver a structured pathway towards long-term improvement.
If knee pain, stiffness or osteoarthritis is affecting your quality of life, early intervention can make a significant difference.
Whether you are exploring physiotherapy, regenerative medicine, PRP, nSTRIDE, Arthrosamid or injection therapy options, our team can help determine the most appropriate treatment strategy for you.
Book your Sports Medicine Assessment at Pro Sports Medicine Cardiff today and take the first step towards reducing pain, improving movement and returning to the activities you enjoy.
