Private Ankle Arhtroscopy in the UK
Keyhole surgery of the ankle joint
Ankle arthroscopy is a minimally invasive operation to evaluate and treat pain, swelling and stiffness in your ankle
What is an ankle arthroscopy?
Your consultant uses a small surgical camera (arthroscope) inserted through tiny cuts in your ankle.
An arthroscopy is used to diagnose and treat a range of joint problems — from ligament damage to arthritis — without open surgery.
Need to know
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What happens during an ankle arthroscopy? icon plus
Arthroscopy is usually done under general anaesthetic. Sometimes it can be done using local or regional anaesthetic, which numbs the area being operated on.
Your consultant will make make tiny incisions on either side of your ankle to insert the arthroscope. A sterile solution will then be used to wash out your joint so that they can see inside it more clearly.
If they identify a problem, specialised surgical instruments can be used alongside the arthroscope to repair it. This might include removing bone spurs or reconstructing torn ligaments. The whole procedure in the operating theatre usually takes 30 to 45 minutes. -
How to prepare for an ankle arthroscopy icon plus
Your consultant will explain the procedure to you and answer any questions you may have. If you'll be having general anaesthetic, they'll let you know how long you should avoid eating and drinking beforehand.
Like all procedures, there may be some risks and side effects involved. Your consultant will explain these to you. Before surgery, your consultant may recommend a CT or MRI scan to help identify any problems with your ankle joint. -
Afterwards icon plus
After the procedure, your consultant will remove the arthroscope and use stitches or adhesive strips to close the small cuts. You should be able to go home the same day, but occasionally you may need to be cared for in hospital overnight.
The leg that's been operated on needs to be elevated for 24 to 48 hours after surgery. It's not uncommon for your ankle to be swollen and tender for a few days. Ice and physiotherapy exercises can help.
Your consultant will let you know what to expect and how to care for your ankle while it heals. They'll also let you know when you can get back to your usual routine, including work or exercise.
Our foot and ankle consultants
Our locations in London
From complex foot surgery to straightforward ankle procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
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The Wellington Hospital
Wellington Place
St John's Wood
London NW8 9LE
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London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street
London
SE1 2PR
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The Lister Hospital
Chelsea Bridge Road
London
SW1W 8RH
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The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place
London W1U 5NY
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Institute of Sport Exercise and Health (ISEH)
170 Tottenham Court Road
London
W1T 7HA
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London Ankle & Arthritis Centre
Platinum Medical Centre
15-17 Lodge Road, St John's Wood
London NW8 7JA
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HCA UK at The Shard
The Shard
32 St Thomas Street
London SE1 9BS
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Chelsea Outpatients
272 & 280 Kings Road
London SW3 5AW
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Platinum Medical Centre
15 - 17 Lodge Road
London
NW8 7JA
Private Ankle arthroscopy in Birmingham
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The Harborne Hospital
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham B15 2FQ
Private Ankle arthroscopy in Manchester
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HCA UK at The Wilmslow Hospital
52-54 Alderley Road
Wilmslow
Cheshire SK9 1NY
Book a foot and ankle appointment
We're happy to help you make an appointment with one of our experienced foot and ankle consultants. We can also make imaging and outpatient physiotherapy appointments for you.
Call us today
020 7079 4344