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Joe Meara

Advanced Physiotherapist, Cortisone Injections

BSc Physiotherapy

About Joe


Joe qualified as a physiotherapist in 2002 and has worked within the NHS as well as privately and within elite sport. He has a special interest in Persistent Pain as well as integrating ultrasound imaging into musculoskeletal physiotherapy care.


Joe currently work as an Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner in London and Oxford. This involves assessment and management of complex musculoskeletal patients. He will utilise point of care ultrasound as well as joint and soft tissue injections within his clinics, requesting blood tests and further imaging such as x-rays and MRI’s when necessary. He works closely with a Pain Consultant to provide interventional pain treatments but also work within rheumatology and orthopaedic clinics. 


Joe has a passion for all board related sports, however, enjoys all sport related activities. Joe also has a keen interest in all things two-wheeled including adventure motorcycles and mountain biking.

 

What does Joe's Clinic involve?

 

Advanced Musculoskeletal Assessment and point of care ultrasound

 

  • Conservative Musculoskeletal Treatment

  • Ultrasound guided intra-muscular/intra-articular Corticosteroid injections

  • Ultrasound guided Hyaluronate injections (Ostenil and Durolane)

  • Dry Needling

  • Second opinions for complex presentations

 

Joe offers streamlining patient pathway for those requiring Orthopaedic or Rheumatology opinion.

 

Joe now also provides the following treatments:


  • Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy

  • Prolotherapy injections for ligament injuries, tendon pathology, chronic joint pain and compressive neuropathy

  • Arthrosamid® for knee osteoarthritis, a revolutionary and non-surgical treatment for knee osteoarthritis

 

What conditions can Joe assist with?

 

Spinal pain

Spinal nerve root pain

Shoulder impingement / bursitis

Shoulder arthritis

Frozen shoulder

Acromioclavicular pain

Tennis and golfers elbow

Carpal tunnel syndrome

Wrist osteoarthritis

DeQuervains tenosynovitis

Thumb and finger osteoarthritis

Trigger finger

Trigger point/ myofascial pain

Greater trochanteric hip pain (hip bursitis

Knee osteoarthritis

Ankle osteoarthritis

Morton’s neuroma

Plantar fasciitis

Metatarsal phalangeal joint pain


Appointments and Pricing


Initial Assessment £95

Follow-up £70

Telephone Review £30

Corticosteroid Injection with Ultrasound £250

Ostenil Hyaluronate Injection £350

Durolane Hyaluronate Injection £400


*Prices correct as of Jan 2024.


To book an appointment with Joe, please click the following link: The Move Clinic - Book appointment

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Arthrosamid®

Arthrosamid®

Arthrosamid® is a novel treatment designed for managing knee osteoarthritis, providing an effective alternative to current therapies.

Hyaluronic/Hyaluronate Injections

Hyaluronic/Hyaluronate Injections

Hyaluronic acid (HA) injections are a medical treatment involving the injection of a gel-like substance, hyaluronic acid, directly into joints, tendon sheaths or soft tissues. This natural component of synovial fluid aims to alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, and improve joint function.

Cortisone Injections

Cortisone Injections

Cortisone Injections may help to relieve pain and inflammation in a specific area of the body.

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy helps restore movement and function for those who are affected by injury, illness or disability. Physiotherapists use manual therapy techniques to aid recovery

Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy

Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy

Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) with Ultrasound guidance ensures precision, efficacy and success with our treatments. Shockwave therapy can benefit patients with musculoskeletal problems by stimulating the natural healing process of the damaged tissues.

Prolotherapy

Prolotherapy

Prolotherapy is a treatment that involves injecting a solution containing an irritant, usually dextrose, into a damaged or injured area to stimulate the body's healing response.

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