Private surgery for chronic knee pain at The Alexandra Hospital
If you're looking for a private knee replacement in Manchester, it's time to visit one of our specialists at The Alexandra Hospital. Knee surgery is one of our specialities, and we will build a tailored treatment plan around your needs, considering your physical and emotional wellbeing at every step of your journey with us. We offer fast access to appointments with a consultant of your choice - you'll usually be able to book one within 48 hours, whether you book online or call us directly. From there, we'll work quickly to diagnose the source of your knee pain and tell you whether knee replacement surgery is the best treatment for you.
The typical cost of knee replacement surgery at The Alexandra in Manchester ranges from £13,000 to £16,000.*
Get in touch and we can give you a personalised quote, which will include surgical and anaesthetic fees, assessments, accommodation, the implant, and post-operative physiotherapy treatment. Your initial consultation, as well as any tests or scans you have during this time, will be charged separately.
*This is a guide price for our self-pay patients. The final price will be confirmed in writing before you book your treatment.
(RA) is an inflammatory joint condition caused by an autoimmune process, which occurs when your body mistakenly attacks its healthy cells. This often causes severe pain, swelling, inflammation and limited mobility.
This type of arthritis causes chronic pain and stiffness, which in turn has a negative impact on your overall mobility. This is the most common type of arthritis in the UK, occurring when the smooth cartilage which protects and cushions your joints becomes worn down over time. It tends to happen as we get older. Symptoms differ from person to person with osteoarthritis.
A knee fracture is a crack at the top of your thigh bone (femur) in your knee joint. They are usually caused by a traumatic injury such as a contact sports injury, but they can sometimes be caused by a condition that weakens your knee bone, such as osteoporosis.
Also known as steroid injection therapy, this treatment involves injections of steroid medication (corticosteroid) into your painful knee joint. This can effectively reduce pain and inflammation in your knee, and the effects can last anywhere from a few weeks to a few months. This form of pain relief may be recommended if you can't take oral anti-inflammatories for any reason.
These can either be prescribed by your GP or your consultant. They reduce swelling in your knee, which can lessen stiffness and pain. Your doctor might also recommend using heat therapy (in the form of icepacks or heat pads) to reduce swelling or numb joint pain. Heat therapy can be used as well as anti-inflammatory medication.
Physiotherapy for joint pain comprises a specialist exercise programme designed to strengthen the muscles around your joints, improving mobility and - in taking the pressure off your joints - reducing your pain. It can be a highly effective treatment and many people see brilliant results and significantly reduced (or even eliminated) symptoms with physiotherapy alone.
If the forms of pain relief listed above do not effectively alleviate your joint pain symptoms, it might be time to speak with an orthopaedic surgeon to discuss the possibility of having knee replacement surgery.
Your consultant will ensure that you understand the next steps required in your healthcare journey following your initial consultation. Remember, they are there to answer any questions you might have every step of the way.
This is a general health check prior to your surgery that can be performed by one of our nurses. This check includes a blood pressure test, and electrocardiogram (ECG) to examine your heart activity, and a peak flow test, which examines the function of your lungs. This is a fantastic opportunity to understand the general state of your health. You can ask your nurse or consultant any questions you might have about your health along the way.
After your implant is in your joint, your consultant will bend and move your leg to ensure you have the right level of flexibility. If so, they'll close the incision using dissolvable stitches. The outermost layer of your skin will be closed with glue or sutures.
A knee replacement operation (whether partial or total) typically takes one to two hours. After surgery, you will be taken to a recovery room to be monitored, then you'll be transferred to your private bedroom to start your recovery in comfort.
Your dedicated consultant at The Alexandra Hospital will ensure you receive the highest standards of clinical care and feel physically and emotionally supported throughout your journey with us.
Circle Health Group Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Mr Winston Kim, a knee specialist working at The Alexandra Hospital, explains: "If a patient can say 'that's where my pain is' rather than being all over the joint, and localise it to the front of the knee or the inside, or outside, you want to preserve the rest of the joint.
"So, it's an assessment of the individual patient, and if an X-ray shows it's possible, we'd think about partial because it's a less major operation but they can often get as good an outcome - lower risks, quicker recovery and less pain."
As Mr Kim explains above, with a partial knee replacement, the benefit is that you preserve parts of the knee, which may allow for a faster recovery and a more natural-feeling knee.
However, for many people a partial knee replacement won't be appropriate. Sometimes the damage to your knee will be too extensive. In other cases, your surgeon might judge that a partial knee replacement would not last in the long term.
We treat every patient as an individual when deciding on our approach. Your private consultant orthopaedic surgeon will talk everything through with you at your consultation in Manchester, making sure you know all the options available to you and the benefits of each, so that you can make the best possible decision in your personal circumstances.
While traditional surgery is safe and effective, robotics-assisted surgery has a few key benefits, including durability and longer-lasting results, and a faster recovery time.
You can discuss the possibility of having robotics-assisted surgery at your first consultation with your orthopaedic consultant. They will share more information about robotics-assisted surgery and its benefits, so you can make an informed decision whether it's the right option for you.
The Alexandra Hospital sits in beautiful, leafy grounds just a short walk from the centre of Cheadle (within the historic county of Cheshire). Having opened in 1981, we've provided healthcare to the local community for over 40 years. More than 600 consultants practice in our hospital, many of whom hold teaching responsibilities and are internationally renowned for their experience in their field.
We continually invest millions in our state-of-the-art facilities, which include MRI and sophisticated scanning units, a brand-new hybrid cardiac theatre which can be used for interventional diagnostics or as a traditional operating theatre, and a range of new equipment for our seven operating theatres. We also have a fully refurbished reception and outpatient areas for your comfort and convenience. We have a restaurant open daily with a wide selection of hot and cold foods, catering to all dietary needs.
Your private room with an ensuite room will be complete with temperature control, as well as a television. We also have wet rooms with an accessible toilet and shower to help you use the bathroom safely. Your healthcare team will be on hand to get you whatever you need to feel as comfortable as possible during your stay with us.
"I had a brilliant experience at The Alexandra Hospital. Everything was extremely efficient, from the pre-op telephone consultation to the pre-op assessment, to my admission, and right through to my discharge. Every single member of staff, from reception staff, to porters, theatre staff, nurses, physios, were all very friendly, professional, and went out of their way to provide an exceptional standard of care."
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"If surgery is needed, we will discuss it with you in detail, plan it appropriately, and deliver it quickly at your convenience. We will carry out your pre-operative assessment to ensure you are fit enough for surgery and whether any precautions need to be taken to ensure your safety.
"One huge advantage of performing surgery at the Alexandra Hospital is the higher care facilities available. Sometimes, patients with complex medical needs require one-to-one monitoring until they are safe. The well-equipped and staffed intensive care unit (ICU) at the Alex allows more complex patients to have private surgery.
"Once the surgery is complete and you have recovered, the excellent physiotherapy and rehab teams take over and ensure optimal recovery. I feel this is an excellent environment for success."
This depends on where you're travelling from, but the nearest train station to us is Stockport station. We are based around five miles from Manchester airport and very close to the Manchester circular M60 motorway, accessible via junction two or junction three. We are also a short walk away from Cheadle Village, which offers plenty of local bars, restaurants, and scenic views of the surrounding countryside.
Yes, The Alexandra Hospital has 440 parking spaces, including disabled spaces. We also have seven electric charging points.
We see children from zero to 18 years through our outpatient services, and from three to 18 years for day-case and inpatient procedures.
Yes, we offer robotics-assisted knee surgery, helping your consultant perform your surgery with greater precision and accuracy. Traditional knee surgery is highly effective, but robotics-assisted surgery has a range of additional benefits, including a faster recovery time.
You should be in hospital for up three days after surgery, but this depends on your individual circumstances. We will advise when it is safe for you to leave, and ensure you have all the information and equipment you need to continue your recovery at home.
If you want to know more about knee replacement surgery at The Alexandra Hospital and find out if it's the right treatment for you, book your appointment online today or call a member of our team directly on 0141 300 5009.
Content reviewed by Circle in-house team in January 2023. Next review due January 2026.
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Knee surgeon Mr Winston Kim explains the benefits of robotic knee replacement surgery, which he performs using the MAKO® robotic-arm surgical system.
