Osteoarthritis
While often described as “wear and tear”, modern research shows OA is far more complex, involving inflammation, cartilage degradation, bone changes, and joint fluid alterations — particularly the reduction of hyaluronic acid that normally lubricates and cushions the joint.
OA can affect any joint, but the most common areas include the knees, hips, shoulders, spine, hands, and ankles. Symptoms typically include morning stiffness, joint swelling, reduced mobility, and pain during or after activity.
Why Osteoarthritis Develops
OA develops when the balance of joint loading and tissue resilience becomes disrupted. Contributing factors include:
- Age-related changes
- Excess body weight increasing joint load (especially knees & hips)
- Previous injury or fracture
- Repetitive occupational or sporting stress
- Muscle weakness
- Poor biomechanics and altered movement patterns
- Genetic predisposition
- Reduced joint fluid quality (loss of hyaluronic acid)
Patients often describe OA as a slow, creeping problem — but with the right intervention, progression can be slowed, symptoms reduced, and independence maintained.
How Core Body Clinic Helps
Our approach to managing osteoarthritis is grounded in evidence and focused on restoring function, reducing pain, and improving quality of life. Every treatment plan is personalised, targeting the underlying drivers of your symptoms.
Expert Physiotherapy and Osteopathy
Our hands-on treatment approach is designed to:
- Improve joint mobility
- Reduce muscular tension
- Enhance circulation and joint nutrition
- Support optimal biomechanics
- Protect and stabilise the affected joint
We use targeted manual therapy, joint mobilisation, soft tissue treatment, and tailored exercises to strengthen surrounding musculature and improve function.
Exercise and Load Management
Strong evidence shows exercise is the single most effective long-term treatment for OA.
We provide:
- Personalised strengthening
- Range-of-motion and mobility exercises
- Joint protection strategies
- Functional training to support daily living
Every kilogram of excess weight creates four times more load through the knee joint — so where appropriate, our clinicians incorporate weight-management guidance.
Advanced Therapeutic Options
We offer several scientifically supported treatment options including:
Shockwave Therapy (ESWT)
Shown to reduce pain and improve physical function in OA, particularly around the knee and tendon-related degeneration.
Corticosteroid Injections
Used for acute flare-ups and severe pain to reduce inflammation rapidly.
Hyaluronic Acid (Viscosupplementation)
Restores joint lubrication and shock absorption, providing long-lasting relief for knee OA.
Arthrosamid Hydrogel
A next-generation treatment offering multi-year pain reduction with a single injection by restoring cushioning inside the joint.
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Referrals
Where appropriate, we collaborate with medical partners for regenerative biologic treatments.
Your Path to Better Movement
With our comprehensive and patient-centred approach, we help individuals with osteoarthritis regain mobility, independence, and confidence. Whether your goal is to walk pain-free, return to exercise, or simply move with ease, our clinicians provide the clinical expertise and compassionate support needed to improve your joint health — because living well with osteoarthritis is absolutely achievable when the right care is in place.