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Knee pain
PAIN AROUND THE KNEE JOINT AND KNEECAP
Our knee specialists can help treat all manner of conditions, from soft tissue injuries to arthritis
About knee pain
If you have pain, discomfort, swelling or restricted movement in your knee, it can affect every aspect of your day-to-day life. These problems may result from an injury or wear and tear that gets worse over time. Our knee specialists are here to help diagnose a wide range of injuries and conditions, and offer the best treatment options for you.
Need to know
The symptoms and level of pain or discomfort you may feel can vary according to the type of injury or condition you have. Pain between your kneecap and your shin may be a sign of tendonitis. Stiffness, swelling and a feeling of warmth may be more associated with arthritis.
If it's unstable or gives way suddenly, you could have damage to your knee cartilage or ligaments. In all cases, we recommend a detailed examination and assessment with your consultant.
Your consultant will usually start by asking you to describe your knee pain, when it started and how severe it is. Following a physical examination, you may have one or more tests such as an X-ray or MRI scan. Certain possible causes of knee pain may require further tests such as a biomechanical assessment. Your consultant can discuss these with you at the time.
Our knee specialists can offer various surgical and non-surgical treatments, depending on your condition and how much damage they find in your joint. Your consultant will discuss this with you.
Our service extends across many disciplines to ensure you always benefit from the best treatment. To complement our medical and surgical care, we also offer physiotherapy and occupational therapy to help your recovery and rehabilitation.
Patient stories
Yvette's story: From back pain to hip replacement surgery
Yvette (54) a journalist from Kent, started experiencing pain in her hip seven years ago in 2015. An ex-national gymnast who had been incredibly active and flexible her whole life, Yvette felt concerned about the growing discomfort impacting her quality of life, and so sought help from her GP.
A new hip and straight back into the spin of things
David’s gym video shows him repeatedly pushing up to 100kg on a single leg press – not particularly unusual for this keen cyclist, former competitive squash player and all-round fitness enthusiast. What is unusual is that 52-year-old David had hip surgery just 12 weeks earlier.
Michael's MAKO hip surgery to treat his arthritis
73 year-old Michael, an avid walker and charity worker, was diagnosed with arthritis in January 2021. After facing long waiting times and increasing pain that was becoming more frequent, he started to look elsewhere for treatment.
This content is intended for general information only and does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health professional.