At Spire Washington Hospital, we use trusted orthopaedic (bone and muscle) techniques to provide knee replacement for our you in Washington, near Durham and Wearside.

Knee replacement can help you can get back to everyday activities with an improved range of motion. During knee replacement, your consultant will remove damaged parts of your knee and fit an artificial joint (prosthesis). The treatment can help relieve pain and stiffness.

Sometimes also called

Patellofemoral replacement
Partial knee replacement (PKR)
Revision knee replacement
Total knee replacement (TKR)
Unicompartmental knee replacement

The procedure(s) listed above are examples only and may not be available at all Spire hospitals.

At a glance

Typical hospital stay
1–2 days
Procedure duration
1–2 hours
Type of anaesthetic
General, spinal or epidural
Available to self-pay?
Yes
Covered by health insurance?
Yes

Why Spire?

Fast access to treatments, tests and scans
Flexible payment options to help you spread the cost
Rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission

By Wallace Health I Medically reviewed by Adrian Roberts.
Page last reviewed: October 2023 I Next review due: October 2027

Knee replacement surgery: what to expect at Spire Washington Hospital

At Spire Washington Hospital we take pride in providing a high standard of private care for you in Washington, Durham and Wearside.

You can also expect to receive your private treatment without waiting. Our knee replacement service is delivered by experienced healthcare professionals who’ll create a treatment plan to suit you.

How to book

To book a consultation, complete the enquiry form or call 0191 415 1272.

Choose Spire Washington Hospital if you live in the Washington, Durham and Wearside areas.

Pricing for Knee replacement at Spire Washington Hospital

It’s a common operation to have done privately, and our inclusive prices and access to payment plans make it easy and more affordable, even if you don’t have medical insurance.

Knee replacement
Initial consultation ^[2]			We can't display the initial consultation fee just now. Call us for a quote.
Treatment price^[3]			from £16,022
Aftercare^[4]			Included
Price^[1]			from £16,022
Monthly treatment price (Loan applicable to the treatment cost and excludes the initial consultation)			from £371

Find a payment plan that suits you

Representative example
Loan amount	£14,772
Deposit	£1,250
Loan period	48 months
Representative APR	9.9%
Total amount repayable	£17,808

^[1]The price shown is the ‘from price’ (ie the minimum cost of the procedure). Please note that for some procedures the actual price you are quoted may vary significantly and can increase depending on your choice of Consultant (who is an independent practitioner and not an employee of Spire). The fees charged by Consultants and Anaesthetists are set independently and are outside the control of Spire. The price may also vary depending on the type of anaesthetic, implant or drug used, and your medical history.

^[2]Initial Consultation” covers your initial appointment with your Consultant. The price displayed is a guide only as consultant fees may vary.
^[3]“Treatment” includes all the pre-assessment tests and the cost of the treatment, Consultant and Anaesthetist fees, nursing care, medication and food during your stay in hospital and any standard prosthesis. Your hospital stay is included as long as your Consultant advises is necessary.
^[4]“Aftercare” includes your care after you leave hospital, including consultations and physiotherapy visits (up to the number stated in your treatment letter), removal of stitches, change of dressings and the medication you need for up to 14 days after you leave hospital. Note that some home aids are not included.

Disclaimer

Spire Healthcare Limited is registered in England and Wales 1522532. Registered office: 3 Dorset Rise, London EC4Y 8EN. Spire Healthcare Limited acts as a credit broker and offers credit products from Omni Capital Retail Finance. Spire Healthcare Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, registration number: 689975. Your application will be subject to a credit check using a recognised credit reference agency as part of our assessment process. Credit is subject to status, UK residents aged 18 years and over. For more information please visit http://www.omnicapitalretailfinance.co.uk/

Omni Capital Retail Finance Ltd finance options are subject to individual status and terms and conditions apply. Finance is provided by Omni Capital Retail Finance Ltd which is a credit intermediary. Spire Healthcare does not receive payment for introducing patients to lenders. All named here are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Omni Capital Retail Finance Ltd is registered in England and Wales 7232938. Registered address: 10 Norwich Street, London, EC4A 1BD. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, Firm Reference Number: 720279.

Spire Washington Hospital can provide you with a single, fixed price for your procedure so there are no surprises. Please read Spire Healthcare's terms and conditions for full details of what’s included and excluded in your fixed price when paying for yourself. Finance options are available through our partner Omni Capital Retail Finance Ltd, 10 Norwich Street, London, EC4A 1BD.

Preparing for knee replacement at Spire Washington Hospital

Getting here

Spire Washington Hospital is set in peaceful grounds, creating a relaxing private atmosphere. The hospital is easy to access from the A1, close to Durham, Newcastle, and Sunderland. Public transport options are available, while free on-site parking makes driving to the hospital easy.

Your consultations

Your initial consultation will take place in one of our 10 accessible private rooms, so don’t worry if you have difficulty walking. During your consultations, we'll:

Ask about your medical history
Discuss if you need an X-ray, and/or an MRI or CT scan so your consultant can examine your knee in more detail
Tell you about the different types of artificial knee joints – also called a prosthesis – as well as surgical methods
Explain about the different anaesthetic options, and help you choose the best one for you
Give you a chance to ask any questions you have about your surgery

Find a consultant at Spire Washington Hospital

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Knee replacement: your procedure

On the day of your procedure, our ward staff will show you to your room and get you settled in. If you’ve come with a friend or family member, they’re welcome to wait in your room while you have your operation.

Your consultant and surgical team will prepare you for your operation.

Anaesthetic options

When you’ve had time to settle into your private room, your anaesthetist will administer a general anaesthetic, where you’re completely asleep, or an epidural (spinal anaesthetic) where you’ll be numb from the waist down. If you’re having an epidural, you can also have sedatives to help you relax.

For more information, visit our knee replacement page.

During your operation

Your consultant will make the necessary incisions and begin to remove worn or damaged areas of your knee joint. They’ll then fit your new knee and close your incisions.

The operation should take no more than a couple of hours. You’ll start your recovery at Spire Washington Hospital, staying with us for one or two days.

Knee replacement surgery: your recovery

After your operation, you can start recovery in one of our 23 comfortable rooms. Our private rooms include:

Armchair
En-suite
TV
Wardrobe
Window

Our team will be around to ensure you’re comfortable while you recover. The team will provide pain relief to help with any discomfort you feel after surgery.

You may be able to go home the same day after your operation or may stay with us for one or two nights, until we feel you’re ready to go home and continue your recovery there.

Although everybody’s different and you should always follow your consultant’s advice, here’s a typical recovery timeline for knee replacement surgery:

Treatment and recovery timeline

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Before surgery

You’ll be shown how to use a walking aid at pre-assessment, joint school or on the ward

Day of surgery

Up and walking short distances with walking aid and help from healthcare professional. You may be able to go home.

Day 1

Use a walking aid and walk short distances

1–2 weeks

Gradually walking longer distances with walking aids and doing physiotherapy exercises

2–6 weeks

May be able to walk without walking aids and do more activities and exercises

6–8 weeks

Able to drive and may be able to return to work

12 weeks

Return to your normal activities of daily living

Before surgery

12 weeks

Before surgery

You’ll be shown how to use a walking aid at pre-assessment, joint school or on the ward

Day of surgery

Up and walking short distances with walking aid and help from healthcare professional. You may be able to go home.

Day 1

Use a walking aid and walk short distances

1–2 weeks

Gradually walking longer distances with walking aids and doing physiotherapy exercises

2–6 weeks

May be able to walk without walking aids and do more activities and exercises

6–8 weeks

Able to drive and may be able to return to work

12 weeks

Return to your normal activities of daily living

Before surgery

You’ll be shown how to use a walking aid at pre-assessment, joint school or on the ward
Day of surgery

Up and walking short distances with walking aid and help from healthcare professional. You may be able to go home.
Day 1

Use a walking aid and walk short distances
1–2 weeks

Gradually walking longer distances with walking aids and doing physiotherapy exercises
2–6 weeks

May be able to walk without walking aids and do more activities and exercises
6–8 weeks

Able to drive and may be able to return to work
12 weeks

Return to your normal activities of daily living

Areas served

At Spire Washington Hospital, we provide orthopaedic care to you in Washington, Durham and Wearside.

If you live in one of these areas or nearby, get in touch to discuss your private knee replacement surgery.

To learn more about knee replacement, visit our knee replacement page.

The treatment described on this page may be adapted to meet your individual needs, so it's important to follow your healthcare professional's advice and raise any questions that you may have with them.

How to get to us

Spire Washington Hospital is situated in a quiet residential area surrounded by beautiful woodland, which creates a relaxing atmosphere for both patients and visitors. The hospital is easily accessed from the A1(M) and A19, close to Durham, Newcastle and Sunderland.

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Spire Washington Hospital,

Picktree Lane
Rickleton
Washington
NE38 9JZ

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