Bones and joints

Whether it's hip and knee or back pain problems, issues with your bones and joints can have a huge impact on your day-to-day life. Our world-class consultants and physiotherapists at Spire Healthcare can provide advice and support, to help you overcome and manage your joint-related problems.

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How to stay active and look after your hips and knees

An active lifestyle has many benefits for your health but as you get older it’s important not to put too much stress on your hips and knees.

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Spinal surgery: myths and misconceptions explained

Spinal surgery can sound intimidating and there are a lot of common misconceptions surrounding it.

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What is private healthcare?

Introduction to what private healthcare and treatment is.

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Full hip replacement surgery

Watch how a hip replacement surgery takes place

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Knee replacement surgery FAQs

Over 100,000 knee replacement surgeries are carried out in the UK every year to treat knee pain, stiffness and reduced mobility.

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Hip replacement surgery FAQs

Hip replacement surgery replaces the damaged parts of your hip joint.

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How swimming can help strengthen your joints

Exercise is great for your overall health but some types are better than others when it comes to protecting and strengthening your joints.

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Understanding thumb arthritis: from symptoms to treatments

Thumb arthritis refers to arthritis — usually osteoarthritis — of the joint at the base of the thumb.

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Treating lower back conditions with steroid injections: why, when and how

A variety of back conditions can lead to lower back pain and, in some cases, may need treatment with steroid injections.

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The top five exercises for over 50s

Keeping active and exercising regularly can help you stay independent and energetic as you get older.

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Robotic-assisted knee surgery: patient journey

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Professor Pradhan details the patient pathway journey for surgery using advanced robotic surgical assistant.

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Ask the expert: what is Dupuytren's contracture? 

Dupuytren's contracture refers to thickening of the tissue underneath the skin of the palm and/or fingers.

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Looking after your joints through cycling

When hip or knee problems strike, it’s easy to exercise less for fear of doing more damage than good.

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What is knee arthritis?

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Mr Tim Waters, explains what osteoarthritis of the knee is and how it's treated.

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Hamstring injuries: what are they and what does recovery involve?

Hamstring injuries most commonly occur in athletes, but can also occur after a high-impact trauma, road traffic accident, or trip or fall.

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Hip replacement surgery: Beverly's story

Keen horse rider, Beverley, talks about how hip replacement surgery with Spire Healthcare helped her get back to doing the things she loves.

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Trigger finger: what is it and how is it treated?

Trigger finger occurs when the tendon that runs along your palm and into your finger becomes trapped.

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How to prepare for hip replacement surgery

Hip replacement surgery is used to replace damaged or worn parts of your hip joint with an artificial joint.

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Your guide to bunion surgery and recovery

Bunions are a fairly common toe problem and occur when a bony lump forms at the base of your big toe.

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How to stay active and look after your hips and knees

An active lifestyle has many benefits for your health but as you get older it’s important not to put too much stress on your hips and knees.

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How physiotherapy can help relieve your back pain

Physiotherapy can help restore the movement and function of your joints and muscles after an injury or due to disease or deformity.

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Spinal back surgery: Alex and Hannah’s story

Alex and his wife Hannah, describe why they chose Spire Healthcare for the operation and the positive impact the procedure had.

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Revision knee replacement: when it's needed, what's involved and the risks

Knee replacement surgery is a common and highly effective procedure for individuals with severe knee pain.

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Morton’s neuroma FAQs

Morton’s neuroma is a common foot problem that affects around one in three people at some point in their lifetime.

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Eight signs you may need physiotherapy

Physiotherapy isn’t just for athletes or those recovering from an injury.

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