The Knee

The knee is the largest and most complex joint and is therefore very vulnerable to injury. The complexity of the knee joint makes iit susceptible to acute injuries caused by running, jumping and general sports activities. Knee injuries may often occur from overuse or repetitive overload and this can lead to a wide range of knee symptoms and conditions.

Knee Symptoms

The most common symptoms of patients with knee problems are:

• Knee pain
• Knee swelling
• Knee locking
• Knee stiffness
• Giving way

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Knee Problems

These knee symptoms are commonly caused by:

• Osteoarthrosis (arthritis)
• Meniscal tears
• Knee ligament injuries
• Articular cartilage damage
• Knee tendonitis
• Knee dislocation
• Patellar dislocation (kneecap dislocation)
• Knee bursitis

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Specialist Knee Treatment

At London Bridge Orthopaedics, we investigate and diagnose the specific causes of your knee problems, using the latest imaging techniques. Our knee specialists will then develop a treatment plan tailored for your individual needs.

Medical consultation, diagnostic tests including MRI scanning and the commencement of physiotherapy rehabilitation can often be performed at the same location, all on the same day. Many treatment services are also available as an outpatient or as day-case surgery. Click on any of the following for details of the specialist services we offer:

• Knee surgery
• Knee replacement and knee resurfacing
• Physiotherapy

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