Knee injuries
A knee injury can stop you doing the things you love, whether that’s football, skiing, running or simply walking with confidence. The good news is that most knee injuries can be treated well and many don’t need surgery.
My aim is to make an accurate diagnosis quickly, explain what’s been damaged and agree a treatment plan with you that gets you back to the activities you love quickly and safely.
Signs you should have your knee assessed
- A pop at the time of injury, followed by rapid swelling
- The knee giving way, especially when turning or changing direction
- Locking or catching, or being unable to fully straighten the knee
- A kneecap that has dislocated, or feels as though it might
- Pain and swelling that haven’t settled after a few weeks
What happens at your appointment
I’ll ask how the injury happened and examine your knee. Most people need an MRI scan, which can often be arranged on the same day or soon after. We’ll then go through the results together and discuss your options, from physiotherapy to surgery.
Injuries I treat
- ACL reconstruction: for a torn anterior cruciate ligament and a knee that gives way
- Meniscal repair: for torn meniscus (type of cartilage), aiming to save it wherever possible
- Kneecap instability: for a kneecap that dislocates or slips
- Multi-ligament injuries: for complex injuries affecting several ligaments
Early treatment matters
Some injuries, such as certain meniscal tears and multi-ligament injuries, have better results when they are treated early.
If you’ve had a significant knee injury, it’s worth being seen promptly.