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Nuffield Hospitals: Knee replacement surgery in the UK
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Many people have arthritis of the knee but only a small number will need a knee replacement – usually those suffering pain or disability as a result of arthritis. Knee replacement surgery involves replacing damaged or diseased knee joints with an artificial one. The knee surgeons and specialists at Nuffield Hospitals will decide whether this type of knee surgery is appropriate for you, based on the severity of your symptoms, and whether you you may be suitable for full or partial knee replacement.
Nuffield Hospitals has 40 hospitals nationwide and is committed to providing healthcare excellence that is accessible and affordable to as many people as possible. They have a network of not-for-profit independent hospitals and 80% of the British population is within a one hour drive of a Nuffield Hospital. Knee replacement surgery is one of a wide and comprehensive range of procedures provided by Nuffield Hospitals.
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Why choose Nuffield Hospitals?
- Nuffield Hospitals puts patient care and clinical excellence at the heart of everything they do. Click here to read more about their Clinical Governance.
- You will always be treated by a Consultant, who is a knee specialist, so you can rest assured that you will always receive top quality treatment.
- The hospitals offer private, en-suite rooms, reducing the risk of hospital transferred infections and giving you the privacy to relax and recover in a comfortable environment.
- Visiting times are flexible, and they will always try and accommodate your visitors, as they realise how important it is to have friends and family around during your road to recovery.
What is involved in knee replacement surgery?
During a knee replacement operation, the surgeon removes the parts of the knee that have been damaged by arthritis, and replaces them with new artificial parts made of metal and plastic. Modern knee replacements involve resurfacing the worn out joint surface whilst preserving ligaments.
The operation can last up to 90 minutes and usually involves a general anaesthetic or an injection into your spine to numb the lower part of your body. You can expect to stay in hospital for approximately five to seven days depending on the progress you are making. During this time, a Physiotherapist will start helping you exercise your knee to regain movement as soon as possible.
Contact details
You are welcome to familiarise yourself with the hospital environment before your admission or treatment date. If you would like to visit the hospital, please call 0800 688 699, and Nuffield will be pleased to arrange a suitable time to show you around.
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Nuffield Hospitals
Nuffield House,
1-4 The Crescent,
Surbiton
Surrey, KT6 4BN
1-4 The Crescent,
Surbiton
Surrey, KT6 4BN
For your nearest Nuffield Hospital, call 0800 688 699
Head Office tel. 0208 390 1200
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