Arthrosamid injections are a cutting-edge, non-surgical treatment option for people with knee osteoarthritis, persistent knee swelling, or ongoing knee pain that has not responded to traditional injections. At Wandsworth Physiotherapy, Arthrosamid is offered through our specialist Knee Pain Clinic or Ultrasound Guided Injection Clinic, combining advanced imaging, expert assessment and evidence-based rehabilitation.
If steroid injections or hyaluronic acid (HA) injections have only provided short-term relief — or if knee replacement has been suggested as premature — Arthrosamid may offer a longer-lasting alternative.
Arthrosamid® is a polyacrylamide hydrogel injectable implant designed specifically for use in knee osteoarthritis.
Unlike hyaluronic acid injections, which gradually break down over several months, an Arthrosamid injection is non-biodegradable. Once injected, it integrates with the synovial lining of the knee joint and remains in place long term.
The hydrogel is made up of approximately 97.5% water and 2.5% cross-linked polymer, allowing it to behave like a soft, stable cushion within the joint. This structure helps to modulate inflammation and provide longer lasting relief from knee pain.
At our Wandsworth Knee Pain Clinics in Wandsworth Town, Putney, Clapham Junction, Battersea Nine Elms and Chelsea, we frequently see patients for Arthrosamid injections who:
Arthrosamid injections offer a middle ground between short-acting injections and surgery. Because it functions as a semi-permanent implant rather than a temporary lubricant, it can provide longer-lasting symptom relief for suitable patients.
It is particularly considered for people with:
Every Arthrosamid treatment begins with a comprehensive knee assessment. This includes:
This ensures the injection is appropriate and part of a broader, targeted management plan.
Ultrasound guidance improves precision, safety and consistency of outcomes when performing Arthrosamid injections.
We arrange follow-up reviews to:
A full discussion of suitability, benefits and risks is always part of your consultation.
If you are experiencing ongoing knee pain, repeated flare-ups, or diminishing returns from previous injections, an Arthrosamid consultation at Wandsworth Physiotherapy may be the next step.
During your appointment, we will assess whether Arthrosamid is appropriate for you or whether an alternative treatment pathway would be more suitable.
Book online, call our clinic, or contact us directly to arrange a Complete Knee Assessment and discuss Arthrosamid injections in Wandsworth.
Our goal is to help you achieve long-term pain relief, improved knee function and confidence in movement without unnecessary surgery.
Arthrosamid® is a non-biodegradable hydrogel implant injected into the knee joint to help manage pain and improve function in knee osteoarthritis. Unlike injections that are gradually absorbed, it’s designed to remain in place and integrate with the joint’s synovial lining, providing ongoing cushioning.
Find out more about Arthrosamid® injections in Wandsworth and how the assessment pathway works.
