Arthrosamid cost in the UK
- First UK clinic
- 15-step injection protocol developed at LCC
- 173+ verified patient reviews
At a glance
How much does Arthrosamid cost in the UK?
Arthrosamid cost in the UK starts at £3,000 for one box at LCC, with £5,500 for two boxes and £8,000 for three. Each Arthrosamid price is inclusive of the consultation, ultrasound, the product itself, the LCC fifteen-step Arthrosamid injection protocol and the six-week follow-up. Pricing is the same across all joints. LCC was the first UK clinic to offer Arthrosamid and Professor Paul Lee published the protocol now adopted internationally.
Same pricing across all joints. Most patients are treated with one box per joint.
| Procedure | Price |
|---|---|
1 box Single-joint treatment, the most common case. | £3,000 |
2 box Two joints in one session, or a larger joint. | £5,500 |
3 box Multi-joint or revision case where additional volume is clinically indicated. | £8,000 |
Arthrosamid cost in the UK explained
Arthrosamid is a polyacrylamide hydrogel imported from Denmark under prescription. The product itself is the largest single component of the price. The injection is delivered under ultrasound guidance using a structured fifteen-step protocol that we developed at LCC and published; that protocol has since been adopted internationally and is the principal differentiator between Arthrosamid done well and Arthrosamid done badly.
At LCC the procedure is delivered by Professor Paul Lee. The price covers the consultation on the day, ultrasound, the product, the protocol, and a six-week follow-up. There is no separate clinic fee or imaging surcharge.
What is included in the price
Included in the price
- Pre-treatment consultation with Professor Lee
- Ultrasound imaging on the day
- The Arthrosamid product itself (1, 2 or 3 box as applicable)
- The injection delivered under the LCC fifteen-step protocol
- On-the-day medications including local anaesthetic
- Six-week clinical follow-up
- Direct line to the team for questions during recovery
Not included, quoted separately
- MRI imaging at £450, where pre-treatment mapping is needed and not already available
- Onward physiotherapy, which is quoted separately by your physiotherapist
- Travel and accommodation for international patients
Why Arthrosamid at LCC
First UK clinic
LCC introduced Arthrosamid to the UK and has more cases on the published outcome database than any other UK provider. If you are comparing UK clinics on Arthrosamid volume and follow-up data, this is the highest-volume comparison point.A protocol, not a product
The injection itself is straightforward. The fifteen-step protocol that surrounds it, including patient selection, ultrasound guidance, joint preparation, and post-procedure management, is what makes the difference. That protocol was developed here and is now published and adopted internationally.Long-acting, not regenerative
Arthrosamid is honestly described as a cushion, not a cure. Where you have arthritis and want lasting symptom control without surgery, it is among the better-evidenced options. Where you are trying to regenerate cartilage tissue, ChondroFiller or STACi is the right conversation. We will tell you which is right for your case.Patients we treat
We treat recreational runners and walkers, people who want lasting symptom control without surgery, and patients who have been told a knee replacement is the only option and want a second opinion before agreeing to it.
Your Arthrosamid journey
- 1
Discovery call (free, 15 minutes)
A clinical coordinator confirms whether Arthrosamid looks like the right treatment to investigate, books the consultation if so, and answers cost questions. - 2
Consultation with Professor Lee (£350, 60 minutes)
Imaging review, examination, and a treatment plan in writing. We confirm whether you are a candidate, how many boxes are likely needed, and the price you will pay. - 3
Pre-treatment imaging
Where MRI is not already available, we arrange one to confirm the joint is suitable. Quoted separately at £450. - 4
The injection
A 30 to 45 minute outpatient appointment using the LCC fifteen-step protocol under ultrasound guidance. No general anaesthetic. - 5
First two weeks
Activity modification rather than full immobilisation. Most patients are back to desk work the next day; high-impact activity is paused for two to four weeks. - 6
Six-week follow-up
Clinical review, pain and function scores, and onward physiotherapy guidance where helpful.
Funding, insurance and payment
Self-pay
£3,000, £5,500 or £8,000 depending on the number of boxes used. Settled by bank transfer or card before the procedure.
We can discuss finance options on request rather than promoting a specific finance partner.
Private medical insurance
London Cartilage Clinic is a private-pay practice and does not work with UK insurance panels. Arthrosamid is not routinely available on the NHS or via UK insurers in any case.
We can provide an itemised invoice for you to submit to your insurer if you wish to claim, but the agreement is between you and your insurer.
International patients
Outcomes after Arthrosamid
Arthrosamid is a long-acting symptom-control treatment for joint osteoarthritis. Most patients begin to notice improvement at four to six weeks, with continued benefit established by twelve weeks. Published outcome data shows symptom relief lasting on average two to three years for the knee. Individual outcomes vary; we will tell you, in writing at consultation, what to expect for your specific joint and stage of arthritis.
Arthrosamid is not a cure. It is one of the most lasting non-surgical options where the joint is still salvageable. For patients trying to delay or avoid joint replacement surgery, it is among the better-evidenced choices.
Patient stories
I had been managing knee pain for years with the usual injections and they all wore off. Arthrosamid at LCC was different. Eighteen months later I am still walking pain-free.
Frequently asked questions
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Two paths from here
For when you want to talk first, the discovery call costs nothing. For when you have decided you want to be assessed, book a consultation with the operating surgeon. Either way you can learn how the procedure works on the Arthrosamid page.