Ostenil Plus hyaluronic acid injections at our Station House clinic in Sandbach, Cheshire. A joint lubricant for osteoarthritis, most often in the knee, that can ease pain when other treatments have not helped or a steroid is not suitable.
- £300 for an Ostenil Plus injection
- £450 with a corticosteroid injection, saving £125
- Every injection placed under live ultrasound
- No GP referral needed
What is a hyaluronic acid injection?
Ostenil Plus is a solution containing hyaluronic acid, a substance found naturally in the fluid that lubricates your joints. It is used to treat osteoarthritis, particularly in the knee, and can also be used at the shoulder and hip and around some tendons.
How it works
Ostenil Plus is injected into the space in the joint that holds synovial fluid, where it restores and promotes a healthier fluid environment. That improves lubrication and cushioning and reduces friction as you move, which can relieve pain when conventional therapy is not working or a corticosteroid is not appropriate.
It also contains mannitol, a simple sugar derivative that helps the hyaluronic acid work for longer and more efficiently in the joint, so symptoms can be reduced with a single injection.
Benefits of hyaluronic acid injections
- Minimally invasive. A non-surgical option compared with joint replacement.
- Lubricates the joint. Improves joint function and reduces friction during movement.
- Reduces pain. Better lubrication and cushioning can relieve osteoarthritis pain and help you move more freely.
- May slow progression. In some cases hyaluronic acid can slow the wear of cartilage in the joint, delaying the need for surgery.
Is it safe?
Ostenil has been extensively tested and has not been found to cause any serious side effects. Because hyaluronic acid occurs naturally in the body, the risk of an allergic reaction is low, and there is minimal downtime when it is given by a qualified clinician.
Hyaluronic acid with a steroid
In some cases Ostenil is injected alongside a corticosteroid to get the most from treatment: the steroid calms inflammation while the hyaluronic acid supports the joint. For knee osteoarthritis, Cingal combines both in one injection, and Arthrosamid is a longer-acting single injection. Our guide to knee injections explains how they compare.
Hyaluronic acid injection price
- Ostenil Plus injection: £300
- Ostenil Plus and corticosteroid injection: £450 (saving £125)
Who will treat you
Every injection is performed by Ben Harper, our Injection Service Lead, under live ultrasound imaging so the needle is placed exactly where it is needed. Ben was a lead clinician for Team GB at the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Olympic Games and holds a postgraduate certificate in musculoskeletal ultrasound.
How to get started
- Register for an injection. The form covers your symptoms, medical history and consent.
- Our team reviews your registration. If you have recent imaging or a consultant referral that confirms your diagnosis, you may be able to book your injection directly.
- Not sure what is causing your pain? Book a pre-injection consultation, where Ben uses ultrasound to confirm the diagnosis and talks you through the options.
- After your appointment you will receive a letter outlining the findings and treatment, including any medication and dosage, to pass on to your GP.
Hyaluronic acid injections near Crewe, Holmes Chapel and Middlewich
Looking for a hyaluronic acid or Ostenil injection in Cheshire? All of our injections take place at Station House in Sandbach, on the corner of Sandbach station and less than a minute’s walk from the platform. It is the first stop after Crewe and there is plenty of parking.
Patients travel to us from Crewe (about six miles), Middlewich (about four miles), Holmes Chapel, Northwich and across Cheshire, and you do not need a GP referral. Find out more about our joint injection service.
