Orthopaedic Appointments and Sports Medicine

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If joint pain, stiffness, or injury is stopping you from living life to the fullest, expert orthopaedic care can make all the difference. Whether you’re an athlete recovering from a sports injury or simply want to stay active and pain-free, our specialists provide advanced assessment and treatments designed to restore movement, relieve discomfort, and improve quality of life.

There’s no GP referral required and no NHS waiting list; you can book directly with our Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Specialist and be seen quickly in our Birmingham clinic. With long NHS waiting times for orthopaedic treatment, we offer a faster, more personalised route to recovery.

How We Can Help

Our Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine service focuses on joint health, injury recovery, and pain management using the latest non-surgical treatments. Whether your discomfort stems from arthritis, injury, or repetitive strain, we can help you move better and live without pain.

We regularly see patients for:

  • Joint Pain and Stiffness (knee, shoulder, hip, elbow, wrist, or ankle)
  • Arthritis and Cartilage Wear
  • Sports Injuries and Soft Tissue Damage
  • Tendon or Ligament Inflammation
  • Post-Injury or Post-Surgical Recovery
  • Chronic Joint Pain Unresponsive to Over-the-Counter Treatments

Our goal is always to improve mobility, reduce pain, and prevent further deterioration, helping you get back to an active, confident lifestyle.

Do I Need an Appointment?

You may benefit from seeing our specialist if you are:

  • Experiencing persistent or worsening joint pain
  • Struggling with stiffness, swelling, or inflammation
  • Recovering from a sports or movement-related injury
  • Living with arthritis or early joint wear
  • Finding that pain medication or physiotherapy alone isn’t helping

You don’t need a GP referral to see Professor Gillett at Midland Health. Appointments are available quickly, so you can start treatment without delay.

Our Sports and Injury Treatments

We specialise in non-surgical, evidence-based treatments that reduce pain and improve joint function. Your treatment plan is always tailored to your condition, level of activity, and lifestyle goals.

Our orthopaedic specialist provides the following services at our Birmingham clinic:

  • New Consultation: A detailed assessment and diagnosis of your condition.
  • Follow-Up Consultation: Progress review and adjustment of your treatment plan.
  • Blind Joint Steroid Injection: Targeted anti-inflammatory treatment to relieve pain and improve movement.
  • Ultrasound-Guided Steroid Injection: Real-time imaging for precise, effective pain relief.
  • Ostenil Injection (Hyaluronic Acid Therapy): Helps cushion and lubricate joints affected by arthritis.
  • PRP Injection (Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy): A regenerative treatment using your own platelets to support healing.
  • Arthrosamid Injection: A long-lasting hydrogel treatment for knee osteoarthritis, offering sustained pain relief and improved function.

Many treatments can be performed during your initial consultation, helping you start your recovery immediately.

Pricing

New Consultation

£265

Follow Up Consultation

£185

Blind Joint Steroid Injection

£475

Ultrasound Guided Steroid Injection

£525

Ostenil Injection

£625

1 joint

Ostenil Injection

£925

2 joints

PRP Injection

£625

1 joint

PRP Injection

£900

2 joints

Arthrosamid Injection

£3000

1 joint

Meet Our Specialists

Mr Steve Amerasekera, Consultant Radiologist

Mr Steve Amerasekera is a Consultant Radiologist at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham with over 10 years' experience in musculoskeletal imaging and image-guided procedures. He specialises in ultrasound assessment and ultrasound-guided injections, supporting patients with sports injuries, joint pain and musculoskeletal conditions.

Alongside his NHS role, Mr Amerasekera works closely with rheumatology, sports medicine and major trauma services, helping patients receive accurate diagnoses and targeted, evidence-based treatment. At Midland Health, he performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations and ultrasound-guided injections with precision, helping patients access effective treatment and return to their daily activities with confidence.

Professor Mark Gillett, Consultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine

Professor Mark Gillett is a highly experienced Consultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine with over 30 years in clinical practice and more than two decades as a consultant. He specialises in diagnosing and managing joint, tendon, and muscle injuries, offering advanced injection therapies such as steroid, PRP, Ostenil, and Arthrosamid.

His distinguished career spans professional sport and academic medicine. Professor Gillett has served as Chief Medical Officer for the Premier League, Team Doctor at Olympic and Commonwealth Games, and Consultant Physician at Cleveland Clinic London. He brings the same level of expert care provided to elite athletes to every patient he sees at Midland Health.

Professor Gillett believes in a personal, evidence-based approach, taking time to understand each patient’s goals and designing treatment plans that achieve long-term results, whether that means returning to sport or regaining day-to-day mobility.

Dr Steve James, Consultant Musculoskeletal and Sports Radiologist

Dr Steve James is a Consultant Musculoskeletal and Sports Radiologist with over 30 years of experience since qualifying as a doctor. He has been a Consultant at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital since 2006 and specialises in musculoskeletal and orthopaedic imaging, sports injuries, spinal imaging, and bone and soft tissue conditions.

At Midland Health, Dr James provides specialist diagnostic ultrasound and image-guided treatments, including PRP, hyaluronic acid injections and prolotherapy. His expertise in musculoskeletal imaging helps patients receive an accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment based on their individual condition.

Alongside his clinical work, Dr James is an Honorary Reader at the University of Birmingham and has contributed extensively to musculoskeletal radiology research, with more than 160 publications in peer-reviewed journals. His approach combines specialist clinical experience with evidence-based care to find practical solutions for his patients.

What to Expect from Your Consultation

During your consultation, Professor Gillett will:

  • Discuss your symptoms and medical history in detail
  • Examine the affected joint and surrounding muscles
  • Review or arrange imaging (X-ray, MRI, or ultrasound) if required
  • Explain your diagnosis and recommended treatment options
  • Begin treatment, where appropriate, during the same visit

You’ll leave with a clear understanding of your condition and a personalised plan to restore comfort and movement.

Follow-Ups

Follow-up appointments are designed to review progress, assess response to treatment, and decide whether further therapy is required. Ongoing guidance and rehabilitation support are provided to help you maintain recovery and prevent recurrence.

Why Choose Midland Health

Choosing the right specialist for your joint or musculoskeletal problem can make all the difference to your recovery. We combine advanced medical expertise with a level of personal attention and convenience that’s difficult to find elsewhere. From your first consultation to your final follow-up, you’ll receive professional care that’s designed entirely around you, with clear communication, rapid access, and evidence-based treatment every step of the way.

  • No Waiting, No Referral Required: Book directly and be seen quickly by an experienced orthopaedic and sports medicine consultant.
  • Advanced, Non-Surgical Treatments: Including PRP, Arthrosamid, Ostenil, and image-guided injections for precise, effective results.
  • Tailored Treatment Plans: We focus on your goals, whether that’s returning to sport, improving mobility, or relieving chronic pain.
  • Modern, Purpose-Built Facilities: Consultations and treatments take place in our contemporary Edgbaston clinic with on-site imaging and diagnostics.
  • Compassionate, Patient-Centred Care: We listen, explain clearly, and involve you fully in every decision about your treatment.

Our mission is simple: to help you move better, feel stronger, and live without pain through expert care that puts you first.

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Our Sports and Exercise Medicine Clinic

You’ll find our Francis Road Clinic at 78-79 Francis Road in Edgbaston. Here we have a modern, purpose-built medical centre at the heart of Birmingham’s healthcare district. The clinic offers a welcoming environment with state-of-the-art facilities for consultations, imaging, and specialist procedures.

Free parking is available at the rear of the building. Enter through the gates two doors down from the main entrance, turn left, and park in the marked Midland Health spaces.

We’re also easy to reach by public transport:

  • Bus: Routes 35, 50, 80, and X8 stop nearby on Francis Road.
  • Train: Five Ways Railway Station is around a 15-minute walk, connecting directly to Birmingham New Street.
  • Tram: The Edgbaston Village stop is just a short walk away.

For assistance finding us, please call 0121 769 0999 or use postcode B16 8SP in your sat nav.

FAQ

Your specialist will take a full history, examine the affected joint, and may use imaging to confirm the diagnosis. You’ll then discuss the most effective treatment options.

Orthopaedic specialists treat problems involving joints, bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments, often for arthritis, injury, or ongoing pain.

Joint injections, arthroscopy, and soft-tissue repair are among the most common orthopaedic procedures, depending on your needs.

A hands-on assessment of joint mobility, muscle strength, and tenderness, often supported by imaging such as ultrasound or X-ray.

A sports and exercise therapist helps people recover from injury and improve performance through rehabilitation, exercise, and injury-prevention strategies.

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Last updated: Aug 2026