Knee conditions
Knee Cartilage Injury
knee conditions
Cartilage injuries can cause deep aching pain, swelling and episodes of catching or clicking.
These often occur after sports injuries or gradual wear.
What?
Assessment
Treatment
FAQs
Knee Cartilage Injury
What causes cartilage damage?
Articular cartilage covers the bone ends and allows smooth movement.
When it is damaged, the exposed bone becomes irritated, creating swelling and pain.
Knee Cartilage Injury
How cartilage injuries are assessed
Assessment includes examination and may involve MRI to determine the extent of the cartilage defect.
Where necessary, imaging review and physiotherapy input supports treatment planning.
I will explain the nature of the defect, its implications, and the most effective management options.
Knee Cartilage Injury
Treatment options
Non-surgical
Physiotherapy
Load management
Injections (steroid, hyaluronic acid, Arthrosamid)
Structured rehabilitation
Surgical
Some injuries benefit from cartilage preservation or restoration techniques.
Where appropriate, I will arrange referral to a joint preservation specialist.
Knee Cartilage Injury