Knee osteoarthritis—also known as degenerative joint disease (DJD) of the knee—is a common, age-related condition that affects the cartilage, joint surfaces, and surrounding structures of the knee. It can lead to stiffness, pain, swelling, and a gradual loss of mobility.

Knee OA typically develops over time due to wear and tear of the joint. Contributing factors include ageing, previous knee injuries, repetitive strain, muscle weakness, excess weight, and altered joint mechanics. These changes can lead to cartilage breakdown and inflammation within the joint.

• Pain in or around the knee often associated with movement
• Siffness particularly in the mornings or after a period of rest
• Swelling or a feeling of tightness in the joint
• Difficulty bending, straightening or weight bearing

If knee pain is limiting your movement or daily activity, we’re here to help you stay active and supported. Our team can help reduce pain, improve joint function, and strengthen the muscles that support the knee

Knee fat pad impingement—also known as Hoffa’s syndrome—is a condition where the soft tissue (fat pad) located beneath the kneecap becomes irritated or pinched. This fat pad helps cushion the joint, but when inflamed, it can become a significant source of pain and discomfort.

Fat pad impingement can occur due to trauma, repetitive knee extension, hyperextension, or poor biomechanics. It is often seen in active individuals, especially those involved in running, jumping, or sports that involve frequent knee straightening or impact.

• Sharp or aching pain at the front of the knee
• Pain worsened by standing walking downhill or straightening the knee
• Swelling or puffiness around the knee cap

Our team can assess movement patterns, reduce inflammation, and guide you through a progressive rehab plan to offload the fat pad and restore normal knee function with potential for imaging and injections

Knee ligament strains and sprains refer to overstretching or injury of the ligaments that stabilise the knee joint—most commonly the ACL (anterior cruciate ligament), MCL (medial collateral ligament), LCL, or PCL. These injuries range from mild (a small stretch) to severe (a complete tear), and can affect knee stability, movement, and function.

These injuries often occur during sports or activities that involve twisting, sudden stops, changes in direction, or impact to the knee. They can also result from falls, awkward landings, or direct trauma to the joint. Poor movement control or muscle weakness may increase risk

• Sudden pain during activity or injury
• Swelling often within a few hours
• Instability or feeling of ‘giving way’
• Difficulty weight bearing or fully flexing or extending the knee

Whether you’re returning to sport or aiming to feel confident in daily movement, our team is here to provide a detailed assessment and rehabilitation to restore strength, control, and stability. We tailor your recovery plan based on the specific ligament involved and severity of injury

A meniscal injury refers to damage to the meniscus—the cartilage that cushions and stabilises the knee joint. Each knee has two menisci (medial and lateral), and injury can range from minor fraying to a full tear. These injuries can affect knee movement, stability, and shock absorption.

Meniscal injuries often occur during twisting or pivoting movements, especially when the foot is planted and the knee is bent. They are common in sports and physical activity but can also result from age-related degeneration, where the cartilage weakens and becomes more prone to tearing.

• Pain deep within the knee joint
• Swelling and stiffness
• Clicking locking or catching sensation
• Difficulty bending or straightening the knee

We will assess the severity of the injury and guide your recovery with tailored rehabilitation to improve strength, mobility, and joint control. We can use imaging to support diagnosis and injection to  reduce inflammation and guide recovery

Patellar tendinopathy—commonly known as jumper’s knee—is a condition involving irritation or degeneration of the patellar tendon, which connects the kneecap (patella) to the shinbone (tibia). It’s often seen in active individuals and athletes, particularly those involved in jumping or high-impact sports.

This condition typically develops from repetitive loading of the tendon, such as jumping, running, or squatting—especially without adequate recovery or strength control. Poor biomechanics, muscle imbalances, and rapid increases in training load can also contribute.

• Pain at the front of the knee
• Discomfort during or after activity especially jumping
• Tenderness over the patella tendon
• Stiffness in the morning or after rest

Our team can provide a structured rehab program to offload the tendon, improve strength, and address underlying movement patterns. Supported by imaging or guided injections when appropriate to manage persistent pain or inflammation.