About this condition
Knee arthritis is wear of the joint cartilage, causing pain with walking and stairs, stiffness and swelling. Exercise, weight management, medication and injections come first; surgery is discussed if they no longer control symptoms.
What you may notice
Knee pain and stiffness, worse on stairs and after rest, sometimes with swelling or a change in walking.
How we help
Start with exercise, weight management, medication and injections. Partial or total knee replacement is considered when other care no longer helps.
This page is general information. The right option depends on your examination and scans, so please book a consultation for advice on your own case.
