Osteoarthritis
Wear and tear of the cartilage in your joints. It is the most common form of arthritis and often affects knees, hips, and hands. We help manage the pain and improve how well you can move.
Joint Pain Specialist
Joint painhelp
Joint pain can affect everything from walking to sleeping, and it is not always clear what is causing it. Our team finds out what is going on, builds a plan around you, and works with you to get your joints moving again.
- Joint Pain Specialist
- Personalised exercise plan
- Ongoing support
Overview
Joint pain affects roughly 1 in 3 adults in Ireland at any given time. Getting the right assessment and treatment can make a real difference.
Source: Arthritis Ireland
You're not alone
Help is available, and you do not have to manage this on your own.
Symptoms
Types of Joint Pain We Treat
Our specialists treat a wide range of joint pain conditions using minimally invasive, non-surgical approaches wherever appropriate. Here are the ones we see most often.
Knee Pain
Swelling, stiffness, and difficulty with stairs or walking. Knee pain can come from arthritis, injury, or overuse. We work out the cause and put together a plan that fits you.
Shoulder Pain
Limited movement, pain at night, or weakness in the arm. Shoulder problems can make everyday tasks difficult. We assess the joint and offer targeted treatment to ease the pain and improve function.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
An autoimmune condition that causes inflammation in the joints. It often brings morning stiffness that lasts a while and can affect joints on both sides of the body. We help manage the pain and protect your joints.
Sports-Related Joint Pain
Joint pain from activity, overuse, or injury. Whether you are a weekend warrior or train regularly, we help get you back to what you love doing.
Chronic Joint Pain
Pain that has been there for 3 months or more. When joint pain does not settle, it can affect your mood, sleep, and daily life. We focus on finding the cause and building a plan that works for you.
Causes
When to Get Help for Joint Pain
Joint pain that does not settle or that gets in the way of your day is worth getting checked. See a specialist if you notice any of these.
Joint swelling that does not settle
Ongoing swelling that needs to be assessed.
Pain that is worsening over weeks
Symptoms that are getting worse, not better.
Stiffness lasting more than 30 minutes in the morning
A common sign of inflammatory joint pain.
Difficulty with daily tasks like walking or dressing
Pain that is getting in the way of everyday life.
Joint pain that is disturbing your sleep
Disrupted sleep due to joint pain.
Pain in multiple joints
More than one joint is involved.
Treatments
Treatment Options
The right treatment depends on your joints and your goals. Here are the main approaches we use.
Explore Treatments
Joint Injections
Corticosteroid or hyaluronic acid injections into the joint to reduce inflammation and ease pain. Often used when tablets and physio alone are not enough.
Medication Review
Making sure your current medication is working well for you. We can adjust doses or add options that target joint pain and inflammation more effectively.
Rehabilitation Support
Exercises and physio to strengthen the muscles around the joint and improve how you move. Often a key part of long-term joint pain management.
How it works
What to Expect
Getting started is straightforward.
-
1
Request
If you know the type of pain you're experiencing, you can request an appointment online or give us a call - it only takes a couple of minutes. If you're unsure where to start, please give us a call. Our team will be happy to listen, answer your questions, and help guide you toward the most appropriate next step.
-
2
Consultation
Your consultation will usually last 30–45 minutes with one of our experienced pain specialists. This gives your doctor time to understand your symptoms, review your medical history, discuss any previous treatments, and consider the most appropriate next steps for you. The consultation fee is €350, payable on the day of your appointment.
-
3
Your Treatment Plan
We'll create an individual, tailored pain management plan based on your needs. This may include a combination of treatments, procedures, or infusions, with review appointments to monitor your progress and ongoing care from our experienced pain specialists.
Common questions
FAQs
Do I need a GP referral?
A GP referral is required for insurance cover of any treatments or procedures. If you are self-paying, a GP referral may not be required. Please bring any relevant medical information, reports, scans, or medication details to your appointment. Our current waiting time is typically 1–2 weeks.
What types of joint pain do you treat?
We treat all types including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, knee, shoulder, hip, and sports-related joint pain. We also help with joint pain that has not responded to other treatments.
Will I need surgery?
Most joint pain can be managed without surgery. We focus on injections, medication, and rehabilitation first. If surgery is needed, we can refer you to the right specialist.
How long before I feel better?
It depends on the type of joint pain and treatment. Some patients notice improvement within days of an injection, while others need a few weeks of rehabilitation. We set realistic expectations from the start.
Do you accept health insurance?
Yes. We accept all major Irish health insurers including VHI, Laya, and Irish Life. Check with your insurer about your specific plan.
What happens at my first appointment?
Your first visit lasts about 30 to 45 minutes. The specialist will go through your medical history, examine your joints, and discuss your symptoms with you. From there, we create a tailored treatment plan designed around your needs.
Conditions we treat