Knee replacement surgery at Essex's Spire Wellesley Hospital is conducted on a regular basis by several of our specialist Orthopaedic knee surgeons. A variety of prostheses or 'artificial' knee joints may be used depending on the type and age of the patient being treated to ensure the most appropriate operation is conducted for each individual patient.
Knee arthroscopy is also performed.
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State-of-the-art MRI is available twice a week for patients requiring a scan as is on-site specialist physiotherapy to aid rehabilitation. Patients can typically expect a 3-7 day stay in hospital after knee replacement surgery.
Competitive package prices for these procedures are available for those patients wishing to pay for their own treatment which are inclusive of all care including post-operative physiotherapy. Please contact us for a quote on 01702 447 926.
What's involved in knee replacement surgery?
A knee replacement is an operation to replace the damaged or worn parts of the thigh and shin bones which form the knee joint.
During the operation, a single incision (usually 15 to 30cm long) is made down the front of the knee. The kneecap is moved to one side so the joint can be reached. When the joint has been replaced, the incision is closed with stitches or clips.
A knee replacement usually takes one to two hours and normally requires a hospital stay of up to five nights.