Knee Osteoarthritis

Living with knee osteoarthritis (OA) can be frustrating and limiting, but it doesn’t have to control your life. At BOC Physio, we offer personalised rehab plans to help reduce knee pain, improve movement, and support your long-term joint health, so you can stay active and independent.

If you are looking for a sports physio in Dublin 2, look no further!

Ease Pain. Improve Function. Move Better.

Lots of happy clients

Reviews

Brendan is one of the best physios I have worked with. He is very professional, thorough, gives clear rehab plans and is easy going. I have worked with him for a number of years and he is always open to helping to get you closer to your goals and recover from injury as quickly as possible.

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Risk Factors for Knee OA

What’s Causing
My Pain?

What’s Causing
My Pain?

  • Previous injuries: Including meniscus tears or ACL injuries.

  • Obesity: Extra load on the joint increases wear.

  • Occupational or athletic stress: Particularly in former footballers or manual labourers.

  • Joint alignment issues or surgery history.

  • Genetics and family history.

  • Age: Most common over age 50.

  • Previous injuries: Including meniscus tears or ACL injuries.

  • Obesity: Extra load on the joint increases wear.

  • Occupational or athletic stress: Particularly in former footballers or manual labourers.

  • Joint alignment issues or surgery history.

Our Rehab Approach

How Do You
Treat It?

We take a holistic, evidence-based approach to knee OA that may include:

  • Manual therapy to improve joint mobility and reduce pain.

  • Strengthening exercises to support the joint and reduce strain.

  • Education about pacing, footwear, and daily activity modification.

  • Weight management support if relevant.

  • Referral for imaging or orthopaedic consultation if needed.

Special Focus:
Ex-Athletes and OA

What Does
Recovery
Look Like?

Former athletes – particularly footballers – are up to 2.5 times more likely to develop knee OA, often due to previous injuries, high-impact movement, and repetitive strain. At BOC Physio, we specialise in working with:

  • Ex-footballers and retired athletes

  • Clients post-ACL or meniscus surgery

  • Those with early-onset osteoarthritis from sport or occupation

What You’ll Gain

What You’ll Gain

  • Reduced knee pain and inflammation.

  • Better movement and joint flexibility.

  • Improved strength and function.

  • Tools and knowledge to manage OA long-term.

  • Confidence to return to the activities you enjoy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can physiotherapy help if I’ve had OA for years?

Have I slipped a disc?

Will I need surgery?

Is my back pain serious?

Will you refer me if I need further care?

I’ve had back pain for months, can you still help?

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