Private treatment for knee conditions in Canterbury, Kent
Most knee injuries improve over time, but if symptoms do not resolve you may need further investigations and expert advice.
If you suffer from wear and tear and your knee pain becomes more severe, limiting your mobility, you may benefit from further treatment.
At Chaucer Hospital our consultant knee surgeons have successfully treated many people who were struggling with knee problems, helping them to get out of pain and back to better mobility once more. Whether you’re suffering from arthritis in the knee, damage to a ligament or meniscus or poor alignment of the knee joint itself, they would be delighted to help you. We have all facilities needed to investigate knee problems, such as Xray, MRI and CT scanners.
Often reassurance and suitable advice is all that is needed, but if further treatment is required, Chaucer hospital can provide it, whether it is physical therapy, cortisone injections or private knee surgery.
In addition, biological therapies such as Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections, Hyaluronic Acid and Shock-wave therapy (SWT) are available.
We have all the facilities needed to investigate knee problems, such as X-ray, MRI and CT scanners.
We also have a team of Physiotherapists on site to help your rehabilitation from injury and following any surgery.
Some of the reasons people come to us for help include:
Knee conditions that may cause these symptoms include:
You can choose to fund your treatment through self-pay (paying for yourself) or use private health insurance. We work with most major providers, and our friendly advisory team can help guide you through using your cover.
Our flexible payment options help you spread the cost of your payment across a time period that suits you. We offer fixed-term monthly payment plans over one to five years with no deposit required. If you decide to pay over 10 months, you will pay interest-free. If you are paying for a longer period, you will pay 9.9% APR.
As above, the cost of private knee replacement surgery will depend on which consultant you choose and the details of your procedure, for example whether you are having a total or partial knee replacement, what type of implant you are having, and if this is your first knee replacement or a revision procedure.
In addition, biological therapies such as Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections and Hyaluronic Acid.
Your consultant will carry out a physical examination of your knee, and possibly your hip, back or lower leg if they suspect a problem in any of these places.
Depending on your symptoms and the physical examination of your knee, your consultant may refer you for additional tests or investigations. Our comprehensive on-site imaging facilities include X-ray, CT, MRI and ultrasound, so any tests needed can be easily and quickly arranged for you.
Once the results of any tests are back and your consultant has been able to confirm a diagnosis, they will discuss the results and explain suitable treatment options.
For some conditions, your consultant may carry out a knee arthroscopy, a type of keyhole surgery. This involves making a few small cuts in your knee and passing in a small light and camera attached to a flexible tube (an arthroscope), which transmits a live feed to a screen, giving your surgeon a clear view inside the joint. If any issues are discovered during this procedure, such as cartilage damage or tears to a ligament, they may be able to be addressed at the same time, avoiding the need for further surgery.
Knee replacement involves replacing the damaged parts of your knee joint with a prosthetic joint, also known as an implant.
Below we've answered some of the most frequently asked questions about knee replacement surgery.
Knee replacement surgery usually takes between one and two hours, but this will depend on the details of your surgery, and it can take longer.
Your consultant knee surgeon will give you personalised information so that you know what to expect on the day of your surgery.
Most people can walk for 20-30 minutes at a time 6 weeks after knee replacement surgery, but it’s different for everyone. Rather than focusing on a specific distance, your physiotherapist will work with you to set goals based on your lifestyle and what you want to get back to doing.
Most people can start driving again 4-6 weeks after a knee replacement, but this will depend on personal factors including how your recovery is going.
As a genuine rule, you can return to driving when you can perform an emergency stop without pain. However, you should speak to your insurance company directly to ask them, as some policies will have specific rules.
It’s common to have some nerve pain after knee replacement surgery, and though the worst pain will be over at around the 2-month mark, you may experience some pain or sensations for up to 12 months.
Speak to your consultant or physiotherapist about how to manage any nerve pain you are experiencing. They might suggest specific exercises, medications, or treatments that reduce swelling (which can exacerbate nerve problems).
To book a consultation to discuss knee replacement or any other type of knee surgery with an orthopaedic surgeon near you, use our online booking system, or give us a call and one of our dedicated advisors will help you find an appointment time that suits you.
Reception: 01227 825100
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Consultations 18yrs+
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