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Knee care
Knee conditions
Whether the result of a bad twist, a fall, or wear and tear over time, we see all types of knee injury. We can help you get back on your feet with treatments from meniscus and ligament repair to partial and total knee replacement.
Baker’s cyst
A Baker cyst appears as a swelling, which is a fluid-filled cyst or growth that develops behind the knee. In adults it can commonly occur when there's osteoarthritis. Also called a poplitealcyst, a Baker cyst sometime causes pain when bending the knee or trying to fully straightening the leg.
Baker's cyst in children
A Baker's cyst is a visible swelling that can form at the back of your child's knee.
Cartilage injury
Cartilage damage is a relatively common condition often involves the knees, but joints such as the hips, ankles and elbows can also be affected.
Knee arthritis
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Knee pain and sprains
Knee pain is often associated with swelling or tenderness around the knee joint and knee cap which can occur during everyday activity or as a result of a sports injury. Our specialists can help treat all manner of conditions, from soft tissue injuries to arthritis.
Meniscal injury
A meniscal injury can cause pain, swelling and limited movement. HCA UK offers expert diagnosis and tailored treatment to relieve symptoms, restore knee function and support a lasting recovery.
Osteoarthritis
The discomfort from cartilage wear and tear in a joint can increase over time. Ultimately, chronic pain may require expert intervention to find relief and improve mobility.
Patella (kneecap) instability
Patella instability is when the kneecap fully or partially dislocates due to an injury, lax ligaments or an underlying health condition. Symptoms include pain, swelling and difficulty standing and moving. Surgical and non-surgical treatments are available.
Patellofemoral pain syndrome
Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) otherwise known as “runner’s knee” is a common condition that causes pain at the front of the knee joint. We offer a range of effective PFPS treatments to reduce pain and discomfort.
Running injuries
Common injuries and musculoskeletal problems experienced by runners. Find our more about how running injuries are treated.
Sports injuries
HCA UK has the expertise to diagnose a range of sports related sprains, splints and strains.
Stress fractures / Hairline fractures
Fractures of the bone that are caused by repeated stress over time, making them a common sporting injury.
Torn ligaments
From badly sprained ankles to meniscal and cruciate ligament tears. For those injuries that are frustrating slow in recovery we have the experts to help.
Book your appointment
Booking an appointment with us couldn't be easier. You can call, or book using our online consultant directory.
If your treatment is going to be covered by private medical insurance, we'll need your insurance member number and authorisation code, so you'll need to have them to hand along with your referral letter.
We'll do everything we can to confirm your consultation there and then but, if that's not possible, we'll get back to you with a phone call or email within 24 hours.