Arthrosamid / Your Appointment
Your Arthrosamid appointment, step by step.
Know what to prepare, what happens on the day and how we support you afterwards.
- Outpatient treatment
- Local anaesthetic
- Ultrasound guided
A little preparation, a clearer appointment.
Your preparation checklist
0 of 4 readyFollow the clinic’s personal instructions. Do not stop prescribed medicines unless your clinician tells you to.
Inside your appointment
Review your plan
Confirm your symptoms, health updates and agreed treatment; an opportunity for questions before consent.
Prepare and keep you comfortable
The team prepares the treatment area using sterile technique and uses local anaesthetic to help keep you comfortable. IV antibiotics are given as standard for every Arthrosamid treatment at the clinic.
Ultrasound-guided injection
Ultrasound helps the clinician view the joint while the hydrogel is injected into the knee joint space.
Illustration of the equipment used
Before you head home
Written aftercare, team contact details and arrangements for follow-up; confirm your next steps before leaving.
The next step is a gentle recovery.
- Rest initially
- Build activity gradually
- Review around six weeks
Discuss your journey home with the team; drive only when you can do so safely and meet your insurer’s requirements.
Common questions
Will I be awake?
Yes. The procedure uses local anaesthetic. There is no general anaesthetic required for this outpatient injection.
Does the injection hurt?
Local anaesthetic helps manage comfort during the procedure. Tell the clinical team if you experience discomfort so they can support you.
Do I need new scans?
Submit your existing scans through the patient portal before your consultation. Your clinician will review them and advise if updated imaging is needed.
What happens after treatment?
You will receive written aftercare instructions and a planned review. See our recovery guide for what to expect.
Take the next step
Choose a free discovery call to ask practical questions, or book a specialist consultation for a full clinical assessment.