Surgery for chronic knee pain at The Princess Margaret Hospital
At The Princess Margaret Hospital, we work with a network of talented orthopaedic consultants in Windsor. When you choose treatment with us, your dedicated knee specialist will build a tailored treatment plan around your individual needs, considering both your physical and your 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. 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.
Call or book online today to find out how one of our knee surgeons in Windsor can help you.
The typical cost of knee replacement surgery at The Princess Margaret Hospital starts from £13,325*
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.
If you are paying for yourself you can take advantage of our flexible payment options, which allow you to spread the cost of treatment monthly across a period of up to five years.
If you have private health insurance, knee replacement surgery will usually be covered by your provider.
*This is a guide price for our self-pay patients. The final price will be confirmed in writing before you book your treatment.
Knee pain and limited mobility can be caused by many joint pain conditions, and can also happen as the result of a traumatic injury, such as a rugby tackle or a bad fall on the football pitch. Common conditions that can lead to knee replacement surgery include:
Osteoarthritis is the most common reason people have knee replacements. 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.
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.
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.
At The Princess Margaret Hospital in Windsor, we offer a variety of successful non-surgical treatment options for knee pain. For example, you might benefit from a course of physiotherapy, or your pain might be eased with injection therapy.
Typically, it is only when we have tried these more conservative methods and found that they do not effectively alleviate your joint pain symptoms that we will discuss the possibility of having knee replacement surgery. We will only ever recommend knee surgery if we think it’s the best option for you.
Your knee surgeon 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, keeping you informed and involved at every step along 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.
Your consultant will ensure your new knee is fitted with accuracy and precision, dramatically improving your mobility and function.
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 and our orthopaedic care team will ensure you receive the highest standards of clinical care and feel physically and emotionally supported throughout your journey with us.
We continually invest millions in our state-of-the-art facilities, which include MRI machines and sophisticated scanning units managed by specialist radiologists. We offer robotic-assisted knee surgery, helping us tailor your treatment to your unique anatomy. Our robotic technology uses a 3D software that helps our consultants build a joint replacement based specifically on your anatomical needs.
We have specialist physiotherapy gyms to help you recover as soon as possible follow your treatment. These gyms are fully equipped with a rower, specialist balance equipment, a bike, and more. We also have a restaurant open daily with a wide selection of hot and cold foods, catering to all dietary needs.
Your private room will be complete with temperature control, as well as a television and nurse call system. The ensuite will feature 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 was greeted with such a friendly welcome and swift consultation process when I arrived at The Princess Margaret Hospital. The staff in the imaging department were so kind and explained everything clearly and looked after me,” – Patient review on Google.
If you need knee replacement surgery and are looking for a private hospital near you, our expert team is ready and waiting to help you.
We are based within a residential area on a main road, less than a five-minute drive from Windsor Castle, and a 15-minute drive from Heathrow airport. We are also a 10-minute walk away from Windsor town centre.
Yes, we have 80 parking spaces, including disabled spaces. We also have two electric charging points.
We see children from zero to 18 years through our outpatient services, and people from three to 18 years for day-case and inpatient procedures.
Yes, we offer Mako® robotics-assisted surgery, helping your consultant perform your surgery with greater precision and accuracy. Traditional surgery is highly effective, but robotics-assisted surgery can offer 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.
“Fantastic experience - all staff were welcoming, professional and friendly. My consultant was particularly understanding and helpful. The staff were very welcoming. They made me feel very comfortable and took great care of me from the start till the very end. Huge respect to all the staff working at The Princess Margaret hospital,” – Patient review on Doctify.
If you want to know more about knee replacement surgery at The Princess Margaret Hospital and find out if it's the right treatment for you, book your appointment online or give us a call to speak to one of our friendly advisors.
Content reviewed by Circle in-house team in January 2023. Next review due January 2026.
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