Joint Conditions & Arthritis
Joint pain has a way of making itself known in the moments that matter most. The knee that aches on the stairs. The hip that stiffens after sitting for too long. The shoulder that limits what you can reach or lift. The hands that make everyday tasks harder than they should be. The joint that clicks, catches, or just does not feel quite right. Whether your joint pain has come on gradually through wear and tear, developed following an injury, or is linked to a condition like arthritis, it can affect every part of your life if it is not properly managed.
At Prime Sports Physiotherapy in Edinburgh, we provide expert assessment and treatment for a wide range of joint conditions, helping you reduce pain, restore movement, and stay active and independent at every age.
Why choose Prime for joint pain and arthritis treatment in Edinburgh?
Our physiotherapists are experienced in assessing and treating joint conditions across all age groups and activity levels, from younger athletes managing cartilage injuries and labral tears to older adults living with osteoarthritis in the hips, knees, shoulders, or hands. We do not simply treat the painful joint in isolation. We look at the surrounding muscles, movement patterns, and lifestyle factors that may be contributing to your symptoms, and design a personalised programme that addresses all of them.
Our approach combines hands-on therapy to ease stiffness and restore mobility, targeted strengthening exercises to support and protect the joint, and practical advice on activity modification, pacing, and long-term joint health. For athletes, rehabilitation includes sport-specific work to restore performance and reduce the risk of further injury. For those managing arthritis or age-related joint changes, the focus is on improving function, reducing flare-ups, and maintaining the independence and quality of life that matters most to you.
What conditions do we treat?
We regularly assess and treat osteoarthritis of the hip, knee, shoulder, and hand, patellofemoral arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis in coordination with your medical team, meniscal and labral injuries, femoral acetabular impingement, joint pain following injury or surgery, shoulder impingement and instability, hip, knee, and ankle cartilage issues, patellar subluxation and knee instability, and inflammatory joint conditions. We also support those managing joint hypermobility, where joints move beyond their normal range and require targeted stability and strengthening work to reduce pain and improve control.
What does an appointment involve?
Your first appointment begins with a detailed history and thorough physical assessment to identify the cause of your symptoms and the factors contributing to them. Your physiotherapist will explain your condition clearly and in plain language, and design a treatment plan tailored to your needs and goals. Treatment may include manual therapy to relieve stiffness and improve joint mobility, targeted strengthening and rehabilitation exercises, load management advice, acupuncture where appropriate, and guidance on how to stay active and manage your condition effectively day to day. Your programme is regularly reviewed and adjusted as you progress to ensure you continue to move forward.
Who is it for?
Our joint conditions and arthritis service is suitable for anyone experiencing joint pain, stiffness, or reduced mobility, regardless of age, activity level, or diagnosis. You do not need a referral to book. If joint pain is limiting your life, we are here to help you recover, perform, and thrive.
