The Priory Hospital
Priory Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, West Midlands, B5 7UG DirectionsPhone
Opening hours
Mon - Fri: 6am - 9pm
Sat - Sun: 7am - 6pm
Car parking
Yes - 285 spaces
2 electric vehicle charging stations
Living with knee pain can be immensely challenging, but there are many effective treatment options available to help you manage your knee pain and get back to doing the things you love, such as sport and exercise. A knee arthroscopy is a minimally invasive operation that can help diagnose and treat a broad range of problems with your knee, including damage caused by an accident during sport, as well as more long-term conditions that affect the function and mobility in your knee, such as arthritis.
A knee arthroscopy is a keyhole knee surgery, meaning it is performed through small cuts in your skin. Your surgeon, usually an orthopaedic consultant, will use specially designed surgical tools to access your knee joint through these cuts. At The Priory Hospital, we have a wide network of brilliant orthopaedic consultants in Birmingham who can perform a knee arthroscopy to diagnose and treat your knee pain.
To find out more, call us on 0141 300 5009 or book an appointment online today.
The cost of a knee arthroscopy at The Priory Hospital starts from around £4,350 for one knee*
Our fixed-price packages include the cost of your surgery and all appropriate aftercare appointments. However, any pre-surgery diagnostic tests and your consultant’s outpatient consultation fees are charged separately.
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 14.9% APR.
If you have private health insurance, knee replacement surgery will usually be covered by your provider. Speak to your insurer directly to find out.
*This is a guide price for patients who are paying for their own treatment. The actual cost of your treatment will be confirmed in writing at the time of booking.
An arthroscopy investigates the causes of knee pain, which might include:
Osteoarthritis
This type of arthritis causes chronic pain and stiffness, which in turn has a negative impact on your movement. This is the most common type of arthritis in the UK. It happens when the smooth cartilage which protects your joints from damage becomes worn down over time. It tends to happen as you get older and your joints become worn down.
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
This is a painful 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 torn ACL
Your ACL is a tough band of tissue in your knee joint that joins your thigh bone to your shin bone. It runs diagonally through the inside of your knee, helping to control the back-and-forth movement of your lower leg and to stabilise your knee joint. If you have a torn ACL, you might struggle to put weight on your knee, making walking and balancing difficult.
If you have an arthroscopy to treat a torn or damaged ACL, it is generally referred to as ACL repair surgery.
A fracture
Fractures are typically 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. A knee fracture can cause symptoms such as bruising, swelling, and severe pain.
Knee bursitis
Bursitis happens when the fluid filled sacs (known as bursa) that cushion and protect your joints become inflamed. This can result in pain and swelling in your joints. Usually it presents as a dull, aching pain that can persist even when you take traditional painkillers or try gentle stretching.
Whatever the cause of your knee pain, our consultants at The Priory Hospital in Birmingham can help by performing an arthroscopy to help treat and manage your pain.
You can usually see an orthopaedic specialist for your initial consultation within 48 hours of booking your appointment with us.
During this initial appointment, your consultant will ask about your general health and medical history. They will want to know about any existing medical conditions, as well as the current knee pain symptoms you are experiencing.
In order to assess your symptoms and make an accurate diagnosis of your pain, your consultant will next carry out a gentle physical examination of your knee. In some cases, they might also send you to get an X-ray, which will be done onsite by one of our radiologists. All of this helps your consultant to make a diagnosis of the cause of your knee pain.
Once they have identified what's causing your knee problems, they will share more information about surgery and whether it could be the right treatment for you.
The time you'll wait between your initial consultation and having surgery (or any other treatment you're recommended) will differ from person to person. For example, someone who has suffered a traumatic injury may need to be seen very quickly. Your consultant will provide you with a fixed timeline for treatment.
The Priory Hospital is the largest private hospital in Birmingham, offering a wide range of treatment options and services with access to some of the latest technology and equipment. We opened our doors in September 1982 and have served the community for over 40 years.
The Priory Hospital is situated within private grounds in leafy Edgbaston, with Edgbaston Golf Club by its side. There are benches dotted around our site for visitors to use and enjoy the peace away from Birmingham city centre. Car parking is available at various places throughout the grounds of the hospital.
Our facilities: what you can expect
We continually invest millions in our state-of-the-art facilities, which include MRI machines and sophisticated scanning units managed by specialist radiologists. Your X-ray can be carried out on the day of your first appointment in the clinic.
At The Priory Hospital, 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.
Our outpatient physiotherapy service is delivered at our sister hospital Circle Rehabilitation, less than a mile away from The Priory Hospital. Circle Rehabilitation boasts some of the latest equipment and technologies to help accelerate your recovery and manage your condition.
The Priory Hospital also has an intensive care unit, offering care for emergency situations when needed.
If you're looking for a private hospital near you that can help you get back on your feet, give us a call today.
Your private room: what you can expect
Your private room will be complete with temperature control, as well as a television and nurse call system. Our bedrooms feature ensuite wet rooms with an accessible toilet and shower to help you use the bathroom safely, and sofa beds if your loved one or carer would like to stay with you overnight. Your healthcare team will be on hand to get you whatever you need to feel as comfortable as possible.
“After having just spent a week on the ward at the Priory hospital Birmingham I wanted to express my deep gratitude. The ward staff are attentive, nothing is too much trouble. Special diet requirements are followed. I am forever grateful to my surgeons and the Priory hospital for the care I received.
“I would recommend the Priory hospital to everyone and I already have, with said person travelling some distance as I did, to be able to have a successful surgery and after care at this hospital with some of the best consultants in the UK. Thank you again!”
Your private knee arthroscopy at will be performed under general anaesthesia, meaning you will not be awake during the procedure.
Your consultant will begin by making three small incisions in the skin on the side of your knee to create portals (holes) in your knee joint. An arthroscope (a thin tube with a camera and a light attached to the end of it) is passed through one of the incisions in your knee.
Your consultant will pass a specialist instrument through one of the incisions in your knee to repair any damage to your joint. The type of instrument they use will depend on your diagnosis and. The process can involve removing or trimming any damaged tissue or cartilage in your joint.
An arthroscopy can take between 30 minutes to two hours to perform, but this will depend on the type of procedure that you have. You will usually be able to return home the same day of your surgery, or the following day.
We answer your frequently asked questions about our hospital.
How do I get to The Priory Hospital?
We are a 10-minute drive from Birmingham City Centre, a three-minute drive from Edgbaston Cricket Stadium, and a 10-minute drive from Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
Is there parking at The Priory Hospital?
Yes, we have 285 regular spaces and 2 electric vehicle charging stations. We offer free parking for all our patients at the hospital.
Does The Priory Hospital offer treatment for children?
No, we do not offer treatment for children and young people under 18 years of age.
How long do I have to stay in hospital after a knee arthroscopy?
You should be able to leave hospital on the same day as 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.
When you go private with Circle Health Group, you can expect:
- Flexible appointment times to fit your schedule
- The freedom to choose which consultant you see
- Bespoke, consultant-led treatment plans tailored to your individual needs
- Private ensuite rooms as standard
- Tasty and nutritious meals cooked onsite to your dietary requirements
- Support from the same compassionate clinical team from beginning to end
- Affordable, fixed-price packages with aftercare included
- Flexible payment options to help spread the cost of your care
If you want to know more about a knee arthroscopy 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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- ACL reconstruction surgery, National Library of Medicine
- Take control of your knee pain, Harvard Health
