Knee Pain Treatment
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Knee pain can affect mobility, independence and quality of life, making everyday activities such as walking, climbing stairs, and exercising difficult. Whether symptoms develop gradually through wear and tear or after injury or inflammation, ongoing knee pain can limit work, sports, and daily activities.
Knee pain refers to discomfort, stiffness or swelling affecting the knee joint or surrounding structures such as cartilage, tendons, ligaments and bursae. The knee is one of the body’s largest weight-bearing joints, absorbing significant force during walking, running, and jumping, making it particularly prone to injury and degeneration. Studies show that the knee is the second most common site of musculoskeletal complaint.
Knee pain may develop suddenly after trauma or gradually over time. In some cases, symptoms persist and become chronic knee pain, continuing despite initial treatment. Specialist assessment helps identify whether pain originates from the joint itself or surrounding tissues, guiding appropriate knee pain treatment.
Symptoms vary according to the cause, but may include:
Knee pain develops for a number of reasons, including:
Understanding the root cause helps us select the most effective treatment approach.
Mild knee pain may settle with rest, exercise therapy or activity modification. However, specialist assessment is recommended if pain persists despite conservative care, symptoms limit work, exercise or daily activities, or swelling and stiffness continue to return. Early intervention helps prevent symptoms from becoming long term and supports more effective recovery.
Following a detailed consultation, your consultant may recommend further treatment based on the cause of your symptoms. Our knee pain treatment in Sheffield and Leeds includes:
Knee injections are commonly used to reduce pain and inflammation within the knee joint or surrounding tissues. They may help improve movement and support rehabilitation.
Ultrasound guidance enables accurate delivery of injections to the affected area, improving precision and targeting the source of pain.
Steroid injections may help reduce inflammation associated with arthritis, bursitis or synovitis, providing symptom relief for some patients.
Hyaluronic acid injections aim to improve joint lubrication and cushioning and may be suitable for certain degenerative knee joint conditions.
PRP and Arthrosamid injections may be considered for selected patients to support tissue health and longer-term symptom management.
Your consultant will discuss which option is most appropriate and whether image-guided treatment is recommended.
Most people tolerate knee injections well and can return to gentle activities within 24 to 48 hours. Strenuous exercise and heavy loading are usually avoided for a short period to allow the treatment to settle.
By reducing pain and inflammation, knee pain treatment can help improve walking comfort, support physiotherapy and restore confidence in movement. The duration varies depending on the treatment used and the underlying condition.
Long-term knee health often involves a combination of treatment and rehabilitation. Strengthening exercises, weight management and addressing movement patterns can reduce the risk of pain returning. Managing underlying inflammatory or degenerative conditions also plays an important role in preventing ongoing knee pain.
LivingCare offers rapid access to knee pain treatment in Sheffield and knee pain treatment in Leeds, with consultant-led care at modern facilities across both cities. Treatment is available on a self-pay basis or through private medical insurance.
If required, we can also arrange a private GP consultation and referral to support your care pathway.
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Your healthcare journey in 4 easy steps
Get in Touch
Call us on Leeds 0113 2494655 or Sheffield 0114 7005811 or use our online booking form to send your enquiry and we will work to find a time that suits you
We Arrange Your Appointment
If you filled out our online booking form, one of our team will contact you within 2 hours with available appointment options. Once your appointment is booked, you will receive an email confirmation with all the details you need.
Attend Your Appointment
Attend your appointment at your chosen time with highly qualified clinicians. If your appointment requires a written report, this will be prepared and sent to you within 48 hours with the option to upgrade to 24 hours.
Aftercare and Follow-Up
If you need any further tests, treatment or follow-up, we will help arrange these for you. If you require a copy of your report or images, please let us know and we will send these promptly.
You can receive this treatment from one of the consultants listed below.
Explore the various options available for this treatment.
With our self-pay service, there are no waiting lists - consultations are offered within 24 hours, with treatment within a week. All costs, including tests or scans, are quoted upfront with no obligation to proceed. Visit our Prices page for full details.
If using medical insurance, contact your provider to confirm coverage for all treatment stages before your first appointment. You’ll need a referral letter from your GP for a private procedure at The LivingCare Group. Once you have it, either you or your GP can book your first appointment with us.
