Cardiac MRI technology
A non-invasive diagnostic technique to create detailed pictures of your heart and major blood vessels to help diagnose and treat heart problems.
Orthopaedics
Orthopaedic treatment plans tailored to your needs - from routine diagnostics and acute injuries to long-term and congenital conditions.
Here to help you get the orthopaedic treatment you need
Each orthopaedic treatment plan is unique and tailored to meet your needs - from routine tests and scans to treatment for acute injuries, including sports injuries such as bone fractures and muscle sprains, as well as congenital conditions such as hip dysplasia.
Our multidisciplinary team of specialist surgeons, nurses and physiotherapists use state-of-the-art equipment and technology to look after all areas of your musculoskeletal system.
Why choose The Harborne Hospital?
- Fast access to care. Appointments are usually available within days.
- The latest treatment options. From the region’s leading orthopaedic specialists.
- A seamless experience. We offer comprehensive care, including testing, diagnosis, treatment and pre- and post-operative care.
- Quick and accurate results. If you need any tests or scans we can arrange these for you, and sometimes we can do these on the same day.
- Specialist multidisciplinary team of experts. Including orthopaedic surgeons, nurses, physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals.
Orthopaedic conditions and other treatments
Hip injuries in sport
HIP AND GROIN PAIN IN SPORT
The causes of hip and groin pain in sport, and how we might be able to treat it
Groin pain
Groin pain can be caused by several conditions. It’s most often caused by adductor strains, also called groin strains, which are injuries to any of the adductor muscles of the thigh or their corresponding tendons.
Hip impingement
We offer a range of state-of-the-art treatments for hip impingement and groin pain.
Hip dysplasia
Hip dysplasia is a condition where the ball (femoral head) and socket (acetabulum) of the hip joint don't form properly.
Labral hip tear
From complex orthopaedic surgery to tests and diagnostic procedures, we provide exceptional hip and joint care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Fracture
A fractured or broken bone is normally the result of a high force impact, or another bone weakening condition, such as osteoporosis or bone cancer.
Hip arthritis
Hip arthritis is a common condition that can affect people of any age. Find out more below about symptoms, diagnosis and the treatment options available to you across our network.
Knee pain
From complex knee surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional orthopaedic care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Knee sprain
From complex knee surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional orthopaedic care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Cartilage injury
From complex orthopaedic surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional orthopaedic care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Torn ligaments
From badly sprained ankles to meniscal and cruciate ligament tears. For those injuries that are frustrating slow in recovery we have the experts to help.
Joint inflammation caused by sport
From complex musculoskeletal condition management to diagnostic tests and scans, we provide exceptional sports medicine care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Osteoporosis
A degenerative condition where bones thin over time and are more easily broken
Rotator cuff tears
The most common cause of shoulder pain. The rotator cuff is made up of four muscles and their tendons which connect the shoulder blade to the upper arm. A tear will often restrict mobility.
Shoulder and elbow dislocation
From complex shoulder surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional orthopaedic care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Frozen shoulder
This is a painful condition, occurring when the capsule within the shoulder joint thickens and stiffens. The cause is often unknown, but it can be more common in people with diabetes.
Tennis elbow
This is most commonly the result of overuse and repeated stress on the tendons in the elbow, from sport or physical work. Surgery is often a last resort when conservative measures have not been successful.
Neck pain
From complex spinal surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional back care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Slipped disc
While it's possible to live with a slipped disc and not realise it, many people experience painful and uncomfortable symptoms. We can quickly diagnose a slipped disc and effectively treat the pain and symptoms that are holding you back.
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS)
A chronic condition of the spine that a rheumatologist or spinal consultant can help with the diagnosis and treatment of.
Arachnoiditis
A debilitating condition where inflammation to the brain lining (arachnoid) causes nerve pain and neurological problems.
Spinal cord injury
Our highly advanced, multidisciplinary rehabilitation service combines treatment programmes, consultants and therapists
Infections of the spine
Spinal infections can occur after surgery or spontaneously in individuals at risk of infection
Wrist pain
PAIN IN IN WRIST OR UP THE LOWER PART OF THE ARM
Our hand and wrist specialists can help treat all manner of conditions, including fractures and soft tissue injuries
Hand and wrist arthritis
This is a common condition that can affect people of all ages, causing pain and inflammation in the joints in the hand and wrist.
Tendonitis
Tendonitis is the inflammation of the connective tissues between your muscles and bones. If your symptoms aren't improving, our orthopaedic specialists offer effective diagnosis and treatment.
Trigger finger and thumb
From complex hand wrist surgery to tests and diagnostic procedures for pain in the elbow, we provide exceptional orthopaedic care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Carpal tunnel syndrome
A condition where pressure on a nerve in the wrist impacts control of movement in both the wrist and hand, often accompanied by a tingling sensation, numbness and pain.
Ganglion
From complex hand and wrist surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional orthopaedic care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Heel pain
From complex foot and ankle surgery to straightforward orthopaedic procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Bunions
Our consultants perform corrective surgery for many patients to relieve them of the discomfort when walking and ill-fitting shoes.
Achilles tendon rupture
This occurs when there is a tear of separation of the tendon fibres. It is relatively common and can be serious. You may need surgery if the tendon ends aren’t in contact.
Shin splints
From complex orthopaedic surgery to tests and diagnosing procedures, we provide exceptional sports care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Ankle arthritis
This is where the shock absorbing cartilage of the joint is worn, causes pain and a lack of mobility. Surgery may be required option once non-surgical routes have been exhausted.
Ankle sprains
Ligament injuries to the ankle including soft tissue damage.
Ankle fractures
A break or breaks in one or more of the three bones that make up the ankle joint, that may or may not puncture the skin.
Function loss from old nerve injury
From complex nerve surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional nerve care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Nerve pain
From complex brachial plexus surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional peripheral nerve injury care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Peripheral nerve tumours
Tumours can develop around the nerve, often leading to pain and the loss of movement. In most cases, these tumours are benign and can be removed with surgery.
Sports injuries
From complex sports injuries to diagnostic scans and procedures, we provide exceptional sports medicine care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Spinal fusion surgery
Treatments we offer
Hip replacement surgery
An operation to replace a worn or damaged hip joint with an artificial one. Hip replacement surgery can bring you great relief from chronic hip pain and improve your mobility and quality of life.
Knee replacement surgery (total and partial)
Knee replacement surgery is an operation to replace part or the whole of the knee joint, otherwise known as knee arthroplasty. This treatment can help to relieve chronic pain in your knee joint and improve your range of movement.
Ankle replacement
Surgery to relieve the pain caused by ankle arthritis when your symptoms haven’t responded to other treatments.
Shoulder replacement
The shoulder has a large range of movement, but if the joint is damaged, it can become painful and stiff. Replacement surgery is an option when non-surgical treatment has not seen symptoms improve.
Elbow replacement surgery
Replacing the damaged surfaces of the elbow with a metal and plastic joint to increase mobility and reduce pain. Also known as an arthroplasty for the elbow.
Hip arthroscopy
This minimally invasive procedure offers an alternative to open techniques and can evaluate hip conditions such as labral tears, arthritis and chondral injuries.
Knee arthroscopy
A knee arthroscopy, also referred to as knee keyhole surgery, is a minimally invasive procedure used to evaluate and treat conditions like cartilage damage and arthritis.
Shoulder stabilisation surgery
A MINIMALLY INVASIVE OPERATION TO REPAIR THE SHOULDER
This type of keyhole surgery can help restore the stability of your shoulder after an injury or accident
Ankle arthroscopy
A diagnostic test allowing our consultant to investigate the inside of your ankle joint using a small surgical camera (arthroscope). It’s used to diagnose ligament damage to arthritis.
ACL reconstruction
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a major ligament in the knee. This procedure is to repair the ACL if it becomes damaged or torn, and restore stability in your knee.
Meniscal surgery
Meniscus surgery can improve your mobility and reduce knee pain after a meniscus tear.
Transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF)
A spinal fusion procedure that fuses the front and back section of the spine through a posterior approach. If you have nerve or disc problems in your spine, our consultants can treat you with minimally invasive fusion surgery.
Carpal tunnel release
Carpal tunnel surgery is an operation that relieves pain, numbness and tingling in the hand and wrist caused by carpal tunnel syndrome. Also known as carpal tunnel release surgery, this procedure alleviates the symptoms and can improve dexterity.
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections
ORTHOBIOLOGY INJECTIONS | INJECTIONS FOR SPORTS INJURIES
Specialists at HCA, including spinal consultants, sports medicine consultant and dermatologists offers platelet rich plasma (PRP) injections to promote healing
Your treatment will be personalised to your condition and needs, and you’ll receive comprehensive end-to-end care using the latest surgical and non-surgical procedures.
We provide a wide range of minimally invasive procedures that can help reduce pain and speed up recovery.
This is only a selection of our treatment options available at The Harborne Hospital — other treatments are available depending on your individual needs. Your consultant will advise on the most effective treatment option for your condition.
Our expert orthopaedics team
Your healthcare experience will be unique to you, and we’ll make sure we tailor our services and focus on optimising your recovery.
That’s why we put together a collaborative, multidisciplinary team of experts to provide you with a personalised care plan, clear treatment options and rehabilitation goals.
Whether it’s a sports injury or a more complex condition, our experienced and caring team is here to help you recover as quickly as possible.
Book an appointment
Our team can help with any enquiries or you can make an appointment with one of our experienced consultants.