London Cartilage Clinic
Explore expert articles on cartilage care, regenerative treatments, and practical recovery advice from our specialist team.
ChondroFiller is a non-surgical, cell-free collagen injection used to support joint preservation in knee osteoarthritis and joint wear. The type I collagen gel may settle over worn surfaces and add a protective, cushioning layer, with a reassuring safety profile. It is not a cure or reversal of arthritis; individual benefits vary.
Cartilage damage from osteoarthritis or injury is difficult to treat because the tissue repairs poorly on its own. This article compares the ChondroFiller injection (a non-surgical outpatient option) and the Liquid Cartilage surgical protocol with established surgical techniques including microfracture and autologous chondrocyte implantation, setting out realistic expectations for each.
Hip pain is a common but sometimes overlooked symptom of polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR), an inflammatory disorder affecting mainly older adults. This article explains why hip pain develops in PMR, highlighting the role of inflammation in the bursae and joint lining. Differentiating PMR from similar conditions like osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis can be challenging, so diagnosis relies on a combination of symptoms, blood tests, and advanced imaging. Effective management typically involves low-dose glucocorticoids such as prednisolone, with adjustments as needed for individual patients. Early treatment helps restore mobility and improve quality of life. Awareness of PMR’s unique features is essential for timely diagnosis and optimal care.
ChondroFiller is a non-surgical, intra-articular collagen injection used to support joint preservation in osteoarthritis and joint wear. This article explains, in plain terms, how the collagen-based gel is thought to work once inside the joint: it may settle over worn surfaces, add a protective cushioning layer, and help reduce direct grinding. As a CE-marked collagen-based material it has biological potential, but it is not surgery and does not cure or reverse arthritis; benefits vary between people.
Labrum tears are a common issue among high-impact athletes, resulting from intense biomechanical stress on the hip and shoulder joints. This article explores the biomechanical causes of labrum injuries, the challenges of accurate diagnosis—including the limitations of MRI and symptom overlap with other joint injuries—and reviews proven recovery approaches such as tailored physical therapy, advanced arthroscopic surgery, and emerging biologic treatments. Emphasizing personalized rehabilitation, early diagnosis, and multidisciplinary care, the article offers athletes and sports medicine professionals evidence-based strategies for effective treatment and safe return to peak performance. Learn how understanding and addressing labrum tears can support long-term athletic health.
For hip pain caused by joint wear or early osteoarthritis, two distinct pathways may be considered: the ChondroFiller injection, a non-surgical ultrasound-guided outpatient option, and the Liquid Cartilage procedure, Professor Paul Lee's keyhole surgical protocol for focal cartilage defects. This article explains the evidence behind each, how they differ, and what realistic expectations look like.
