Knee Conditions & Procedures
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Knee Arthritis
Gradual breakdown of the cartilage cushioning the knee, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced movement. Treatment ranges from non-surgical care to knee replacement surgery.
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Knee Replacement
Surgical replacement of a severely damaged knee joint with prosthetic components to relieve pain and restore function. Available with robotic-assisted technology for a personalised approach.
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Unicompartmental Knee Replacement
Partial knee replacement that resurfaces only the damaged compartment of the joint, preserving healthy bone and ligaments. Suitable when arthritis is confined to one area of the knee.
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Knee Osteotomy
Surgical reshaping of the bone around the knee to shift weight-bearing away from a damaged area, preserving the natural joint. Suitable for younger, active patients with early arthritis confined to one part of the knee.
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Revision Knee Replacement
Surgery to replace or repair a previous knee replacement affected by wear, loosening, instability, or infection. A more complex procedure tailored to each patient's individual joint condition.
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Meniscal Tear
Tear of the cartilage cushioning the knee joint, caused by twisting injuries or age-related degeneration. Treatment ranges from physiotherapy to arthroscopic repair, depending on severity.
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Knee Arthroscopy
Minimally invasive keyhole surgery used to diagnose and treat problems inside the knee joint. Commonly used to address meniscal tears, loose bodies, and other mechanical symptoms.
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ACL Tear
Injury to the knee's key stabilising ligament, often occurring during sports involving pivoting or sudden stops. Managed with rehabilitation or arthroscopic reconstruction depending on activity goals.
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PCL Tear
Injury to the ligament preventing the shin bone from shifting backward, often resulting from high-impact trauma. Frequently managed without surgery unless the injury is severe or combined.
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MCL Tear
Injury to the ligament on the inner side of the knee, usually caused by a direct blow or twisting force. Most tears heal well with bracing and physiotherapy alone.
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LCL Tear
Injury to the ligament on the outer side of the knee, often occurring alongside other ligament damage. Treatment depends on severity, ranging from bracing to surgical repair.
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MPFL Reconstruction
Surgical reconstruction of the ligament that stabilises the kneecap, using a tendon graft to restore normal tracking. Recommended for patients with recurrent patellar instability or dislocation.
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Patella Re-alignement
Surgery to correct kneecap instability or maltracking, using soft tissue and/or bony realignment techniques depending on the underlying cause. Recommended for patients with recurrent instability that hasn't responded to non-surgical treatment.
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Knee OCD
Condition where a fragment of bone and cartilage loses blood supply, most often affecting adolescents and young adults. Treated with activity modification or arthroscopic surgery depending on stability.