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Knee treatment

Knee pain? Understand your options before making a decision.

Most patients have more options than they have been told. We offer 15+ treatments, from simple injections to advanced cartilage regeneration.

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Our Approach to Knee Treatment

Everything we do is aimed at relieving your knee pain and restoring your movement. How we get there depends on your situation. Our clinical approach covers four areas of treatment. Many of our treatments work across more than one area depending on your condition and how they are applied. Your consultation determines exactly which combination is right for you.

Relieve

Everything below has the same primary goal: relieving your knee pain and restoring your movement. The four approaches describe how we get there.

Preserve

Protect your knee joint, slow cartilage wear, and manage arthritis symptoms. From targeted injections to treatments that preserve what you have.

Repair

Fix specific damage. A torn meniscus, a damaged ligament, a kneecap problem. Surgical procedures that restore what is broken.

Regenerate

Rebuild damaged knee cartilage. Advanced biological treatments that stimulate your body to grow new tissue. Many of these are only available at LCC.

Replace

When other options are exhausted. Knee replacement restores function, but only after we have explored every alternative.

How to use this page: Browse the four areas below. You do not need to know which treatment is right for you. The right approach depends on the nature and extent of your knee injury, your goals, your lifestyle, and factors that can only be fully understood through a consultation with Professor Lee. Many treatments span more than one area. Start by getting a sense of what is possible, then get in touch.

Conditions

Common Knee Conditions

Understanding your condition is the first step. These pages explain what is happening in your joint and how it connects to treatment.

Cartilage Damage

Understand how cartilage wears down, what the stages of damage look like, and when treatment is needed.

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Meniscus Tear

The meniscus acts as a shock absorber in the knee. Tears are common in sport and with age, and treatment options vary widely.

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Kneecap & Patella

Pain at the front of the knee, kneecap instability, and patellofemoral problems. Understand what is happening and what can be done.

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Your Options

Explore Treatment Approaches

Preserve: Protect what you still have

Preserve your joint, your movement, and your quality of life. From immediate symptom management to treatments that slow degeneration and protect cartilage.

You might be here if you have: knee arthritis, early cartilage wear, joint stiffness, osteoarthritis, significant knee pain, inflammation
UK ExclusiveNon-Surgical

ChondroFiller

A collagen matrix that fills cartilage defects and supports the body in rebuilding. If you have a focal area of cartilage damage, this is a non-surgical regenerative option only available at LCC in the UK.

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UK's First ProviderNon-Surgical

Arthrosamid

If you have knee osteoarthritis and want lasting relief without repeated injections, Arthrosamid is a single-dose hydrogel that cushions the joint long-term.

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Non-Surgical

Hyaluronic Acid

Restores the natural lubrication your joint has lost. If your cartilage is wearing and movement feels stiff or grindy, HA reduces friction and eases daily pain.

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Non-Surgical

mFat / Stem Cell

Uses your own fat tissue to deliver stem cells directly to the joint. If you have cartilage damage or joint degeneration and want a biological treatment that harnesses your body's own regenerative capacity.

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Non-Surgical

Cartilage Micrograft

Harvests healthy cartilage cells from your own body and reimplants them at the damage site. Targets specific defects where the body needs a biological scaffold to rebuild.

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Non-Surgical

Steroid Injection

Rapid relief for acute pain and inflammation. Often used as a first step to manage a flare-up, reduce swelling, and create a window for rehabilitation or further assessment.

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Non-Surgical

PRP

Uses your own blood platelets to accelerate healing. Suited to patients with sports injuries, tendon damage, or early joint wear who want to support the body's natural repair.

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Non-Surgical

PRF

A next-generation blood concentrate that releases growth factors slowly over time. Suited to patients who want longer-lasting biological support for healing tendons, cartilage, and soft tissue.

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Non-Surgical

Genicular Artery Embolisation

A minimally invasive procedure that targets the blood vessels feeding pain signals around the knee. Suited to patients with persistent knee pain from osteoarthritis who want to avoid or delay surgery.

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Surgical

Osteotomy

Bone realignment surgery to redistribute weight away from damaged areas.

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Knee Resources

Knee Insights

Clinical updates, treatment guidance, and recovery articles specific to knee conditions.

Knee Cartilage Replacement Gels for Osteoarthritis Relief
Knee
Eleanor Hayes

Knee Cartilage Replacement Gels for Osteoarthritis Relief

Knee cartilage replacement gels, including hyaluronic acid and collagen-based injections, offer a non-surgical treatment option for mild to moderate osteoarthritis. These gels mimic natural joint lubrication and cushioning, reducing pain and improving mobility by decreasing friction and absorbing shocks. While they do not regenerate cartilage, clinical studies show symptom relief lasting several months to a year. Precise injection techniques enhance effectiveness, and patient selection is crucial for optimal outcomes. Typically well-tolerated, the injection procedure involves minimal discomfort and manageable aftercare. Clinics like the London Cartilage Clinic provide expert assessments to tailor treatment plans and set realistic expectations. Patients should consult healthcare professionals to determine suitability and receive personalized advice for managing osteoarthritis symptoms with cartilage gel injections.

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Modern Treatments and Recovery for Torn Knee Cartilage
Knee
Eleanor Hayes

Modern Treatments and Recovery for Torn Knee Cartilage

Explore the complexities of knee cartilage injuries focusing on torn meniscus symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. Learn about conservative care, surgical interventions like arthroscopic repair, and specialised treatments for unique cases such as discoid medial meniscus tears. Understand recovery timelines, expert guidance from UK specialists like Professor Paul Lee, and long-term management strategies to prevent joint degeneration and osteoarthritis. Early diagnosis and personalised care plans are crucial for optimal healing and knee health.

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Hidden Risks and Complications of Knee Cartilage Gel Injections
Knee
Eleanor Hayes

Hidden Risks and Complications of Knee Cartilage Gel Injections

Knee cartilage gel injections, including hyaluronic acid-based viscosupplementation and synthetic gels like Arthrosamid, help relieve pain and improve joint function in cartilage damage and osteoarthritis. While generally safe, mild side effects such as temporary pain and swelling can occur. Rare but serious complications like infections and allergic reactions require prompt medical attention. Ensuring patient safety involves experienced clinicians, thorough screening, sterile techniques, and clear aftercare guidance. Research supports the safety and efficacy of collagen gels like ChondroFiller, though more studies are needed for long-term outcomes. Patients should consult qualified professionals to understand treatment options, risks, and benefits for informed decision-making.

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Your Journey

What your journey can look like

Professor Lee consulting with a patient
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Consultant-Led Assessment

Symptoms, imaging and goals reviewed in one structured appointment. We gather the full picture before recommending anything.

Reviewing imaging to build a personalised treatment plan
02

Personalised Treatment Plan

A clear route chosen from preservation, repair, regeneration or replacement options, matched to your diagnosis and goals.

Precision knee injection procedure
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Precision Delivery

Modern techniques and specialist equipment matched to your diagnosis. From ultrasound-guided injections to advanced surgical procedures.

Doctor examining knee during follow-up
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Long-Term Knee Health

Follow-up guidance focused on durable function and quality of life. We monitor your progress and adapt the plan as needed.

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