PATIENT CARE

Knee Conditions

& Treatment

Expert care for a wide range of knee conditions.

Restoring mobility, relieving pain and helping

you return to the life you enjoy.

Knee Replacement & Arthritis Care

Arthritis and degeneration of the knee can gradually cause pain, stiffness and loss of mobility. Treatment is tailored to the extent of joint damage and may range from conservative care to partial, total or revision knee replacement.

Arthritis & Joint Degeneration

  • Knee osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatoid arthritis affecting the knee
  • Post-traumatic knee arthritis
  • Degenerative knee conditions
  • Advanced cartilage loss
  • Joint wear-and-tear-related conditions

Knee Replacement

  • Partial knee replacement
  • Total knee replacement
  • Complex primary knee replacement

Revision Knee Replacement

  • Painful knee replacement
  • Failed knee replacement
  • Implant loosening or wear
  • Instability following knee replacement
  • Revision knee replacement

Knee Arthroscopy & Joint Preservation

Arthroscopy and joint-preserving treatments allow selected problems inside the knee to be assessed and treated while preserving as much of the natural joint as possible.

Meniscus Injuries

  • Traumatic meniscal tears
  • Degenerative meniscal tears
  • Meniscal root tears
  • Selected complex meniscal injuries

Cartilage & Joint Surface Injuries

  • Cartilage injuries
  • Chondral defects
  • Osteochondral lesions
  • Focal cartilage defects

Mechanical & Inflammatory Conditions

  • Loose bodies within the knee
  • Synovitis
  • Mechanical catching or locking
  • Selected causes of knee stiffness

Ligament, Patella & Sports Injuries

Ligaments, tendons and the kneecap play an important role in knee stability and movement. Injury may occur suddenly during sport or trauma, or develop gradually through repetitive strain and overuse.

Cruciate Ligament Injuries

  • Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries
  • Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injuries
  • Combined cruciate ligament injuries

Collateral & Multi-Ligament Injuries

  • Medial collateral ligament (MCL) injuries
  • Lateral collateral ligament (LCL) injuries
  • Multi-ligament knee injuries
  • Complex ligament instability

Patella & Patellofemoral Conditions

  • Patellar instability
  • Patellar dislocation
  • Recurrent patellar dislocation
  • Patellofemoral pain syndrome
  • Patellofemoral disorders

Tendon & Soft Tissue Injuries

  • Quadriceps tendon injuries
  • Patellar tendon injuries
  • Patellar tendinopathy (Jumper's Knee)
  • Knee bursitis

Knee Trauma & Fractures

Arthroscopy and joint-preserving treatments allow selected problems inside the knee to be assessed and treated while preserving as much of the natural joint as possible.

Femur & Tibia Fractures

  • Distal femur fractures
  • Proximal tibia fractures
  • Tibial plateau fractures
  • Complex fractures involving the knee joint

Patella Fractures

  • Patella fractures
  • Displaced patella fractures
  • Complex patella fractures

Knee Dislocations & Complex Trauma

  • Knee dislocation
  • Fracture-dislocations
  • Combined bone and ligament injuries
  • Complex traumatic knee injuries

Stress & Fragility Fractures

  • Stress fractures around the knee
  • Insufficiency fractures
  • Osteoporotic fractures

Hip pain when walking or climbing stairs

Symptoms You Shouldn't Ignore

Stiffness

Pain after sport or exercise

Clicking or locking of the hip

Hip pain when walking or climbing stairs

Groin pain

Stiffness

Hip pain when walking or climbing stairs

Pain after sport or exercise

Groin pain

Groin pain

Pain when getting out of a chair

Pain at night

Pain at night

Hip pain when walking or climbing stairs

Stiffness

Pain after sport or exercise

Stiffness

Clicking or locking of the hip

Reduced range of movement

Groin pain

Hip pain when walking or climbing stairs

Limping

Ankle pain

or instability

Limping

Stiffness

Reduced range of movement

Pain after sport or exercise

Symptoms You Shouldn't Ignore

Knee pain when resting


Knee pain when walking or climbing stairs

Pain when getting out of a chair

Knee pain at night


Pain after sport or exercise

Pain after sport or exercise


Instability in the knee


Pain in the knee


Reduced range of movement

Your Patient Journey

We guide you every step of the way.

  1. Initial Consultation

A thorough consultation allows us to understand your condition, answer your questions, and develop a treatment plan tailored to you.

2. Assessment & Imaging

Every assessment is tailored to your individual needs, combining clinical expertise with appropriate imaging to provide an accurate diagnosis..

3. Diagnosis

Understanding your diagnosis is an important part of your care. We ensure you have a clear picture of your condition and the next steps.

4. Treatment Plan

A personalised treatment plan is developed around your diagnosis, lifestyle, and goals, ensuring the most appropriate approach to your care.

5. Recovery & Rehabilitation

 Your recovery continues beyond treatment, with personalised rehabilitation and ongoing guidance to help you return to the activities that matter most.

Your First Consultation

During your consultation you can expect:

  • Review of symptoms

  • Examination

  • Review of scans

  • Discussion of treatment options

  • Opportunity to ask questions

  • Personalised treatment plan

  • Do all knee conditions require surgery?

    No. Knee conditions can be managed in a number of ways depending on the nature of the problem and the individual patient. Following a clinical assessment and any appropriate investigations, your orthopaedic surgeon can discuss the available treatment options and whether surgery should be considered.

  • How long is recovery after knee surgery?

    Recovery varies according to the procedure performed and individual circumstances. Rehabilitation, activity levels and the time needed to return to everyday activities will differ from patient to patient. Your expected recovery can be discussed more accurately once your condition and treatment requirements have been assessed.

  • Can knee arthritis be managed without surgery?

    There are both surgical and non-surgical approaches to managing arthritis of the knee. What may be appropriate depends on several factors, including the individual patient and the extent to which symptoms are affecting daily life. An assessment can help determine which treatment options may be suitable.

  • When should I have knee pain assessed?

    If knee pain persists, repeatedly returns, affects your mobility or interferes with normal activities, an orthopaedic assessment may be helpful. Symptoms such as swelling, stiffness, clicking or a feeling of instability can have different causes, so an examination and appropriate investigations may be needed rather than relying on symptoms alone.

  • Can I continue exercising with knee pain?

    This depends on the individual and the nature of the problem. Some activities may be appropriate while others could aggravate symptoms. If you experience persistent or increasing discomfort during or after activity, an assessment can help guide an appropriate approach to exercise and recovery.

Please note: The information provided is for general educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose a condition or replace an individual medical assessment. Treatment recommendations can only be made following an appropriate consultation and clinical evaluation.

When Should You Seek Medical Advice?

Consider arranging an assessment if your knee pain is persistent, affects daily activities, limits movement, or prevents you from enjoying normal activities.

SUPPORTING YOUR MOVEMENT

Care that starts with
understanding.

Whether you're dealing with ongoing joint pain,

a new injury, or considering surgery, the first step

is a careful assessment.

Book an Appointment

Netcare Umhlanga Medical Centre provides a dedicated outpatient consulting environment for orthopaedic assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning. The facility offers convenient access to imaging, specialist services, and coordinated multidisciplinary care, supporting comprehensive pre- and post-operative management.

Netcare Umhlange Medical  Centre

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Netcare Alberlito Hospital is a full-service private hospital where surgical procedures and inpatient orthopaedic care are performed. The hospital offers modern operating theatres, advanced surgical facilities, and comprehensive support services for both elective and trauma-related orthopaedic treatment.

Umhlanga Netcare Medical Centre

Suite 402, 4th Floor
323 Umhlanga Rocks DRive
Umhlanga
4320

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Suite 6B, xth Floor

Kirsty Close

Ballito
4420

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·      Hip Surgery & Reconstruction

·      Trauma & Fracture Care

·      Knee Ligament & Meniscus Injuries

·      Foot & Ankle Disorders

·      Sports Injury Management

·      Paediatric Lower-Limb Orthopaedics

·      Arthritis & Joint Preservation