In May 2022, Neil underwent a combined total knee replacement and simultaneous removal of the PVNS under the care of Mr Pollock at The Princess Grace Hospital. Initially incredibly nervous about the procedure and what his world could look like post-operation, life has completely changed.
Knee pain and sprains
Knee pain is often associated with swelling or tenderness around the knee joint and knee cap which can occur during everyday activity or as a result of a sports injury. Our specialists can help treat all manner of conditions, from soft tissue injuries to arthritis.
What is a knee sprain?
If you have pain, swelling or tenderness around or inside your knee, you may have a knee sprain. Sprains can happen if you've damaged or injured the muscles or one of the four ligaments that support the knee. Ligament sprains are graded (from one to three), depending on how bad your injury is. Common causes include tired muscles and playing sport.
Types of knee sprain
Medial ligament sprain
Medial ligament sprains are often a result of an impact on the outside of the knee. They tend to cause pain on the inside of the knee.
Lateral ligament sprain
Lateral ligament sprains are often a result of an impact on the inside of the knee. They tend to cause pain on the outside of the knee.
An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) sprain
The ACL criss-crosses with the posterior cruciate ligament over the middle of the knee. A sprain can occur due to twisting or impact.
A posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) sprain
The PCL criss-crosses with the anterior cruciate ligament over the middle of the knee. A sprain can occur if the knee is forced back the wrong way.
Need to know
Small kidney cancers don’t always have symptoms. They are often diagnosed by chance while undergoing tests or scans for unrelated medical reasons. But there are some things you can look out for:
- A continuously high temperature
- Unexplained weight loss
- Increased sweating during the night
- Tiredness
- A subdued pain in your side
- Spasms in the bladder or uterus. These are painful and are a result of blood clots
- Blood in the urine. This may be a sporadic, happening often or from time to time. It may not be visible to the eye and only detected by a urine test
- A lump around the kidney area
Your consultant will talk you through your diagnosis and treatment options in detail, helping you to make an informed decision about your care. Treatments offered include:
- Surgery – we offer the latest open and minimally invasive surgical techniques
- Tumour ablation
- Embolisation
- Targeted (biological) therapies
At HCA UK you will be looked after by a multidisciplinary team, including expert consultants, Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNSs) and supportive therapists including psychologists who can help you with your emotional wellbeing.
Why choose HCA for knee pain treatment?
Here are some of the reasons why we're a great choice for knee pain treatment:
- Fast access to the care you need: We'll confirm your appointment with one of our expert knee specialists within 24 hours
- Advanced imaging facilities: To accurately diagnose your knee arthritis, we use X-rays, MRI scans and CT scans at our diagnostic centres. We can usually offer this on the same day as your consultation
- Advanced surgical techniques: If you need surgery you may benefit from the latest robotic assisted procedures which are showing to deliver faster recovery rates. Your consultant will be able to advise if this is relevant to your treatment plan
- We're industry leaders: We're number one in London for private orthopaedic care, based on reports by the Private Healthcare Information Network (PHIN). We also have the highest proportion of facilities rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC of any private hospital group in the UK
- We're trusted by patients: 97% of our orthopaedic patients rated us as 'very good' or 'excellent' in our 2023 patient satisfaction survey.
Patient stories
From a limp to ultramarathons
Sarah-Jane’s return from knee injury
It was when she slipped on the dancefloor at an office party that 38-year-old Sarah-Jane finally realised something wasn’t right with her knee. A keen skateboarder and tennis player, Sarah-Jane had always led an active lifestyle, but never thought much about injuries.
How knee surgery got one avid skier back on the slopes
As a frequent skier and active young professional in the city, Gaëlle loves running and exercise classes to keep fit, but her love of these activities has come at a price – her knee. A previous skiing accident damaged her meniscus and her ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) and left her in so much pain that she couldn’t ski, so Gaëlle started looking around at treatment options.
Book an appointment with a knee specialist
Get in touch with us today to book your appointment with one of our knee consultants. We can arrange imaging appointments and physiotherapy treatment for knee arthritis for you too.
This content is intended for general information only and does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health professional.