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
Whether caused by arthritis, previous injury, or natural joint wear, knee degeneration can affect mobility and quality of life. Treatment ranges from conservative management to advanced joint replacement surgery.
Knee Osteoarthritis
Wear and tear of the knee joint may cause pain, stiffness, and difficulty with everyday movement.
Post-traumatic Knee Arthritis
Arthritis that develops after a previous knee injury or fracture, often leading to ongoing pain and reduced mobility.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Affecting the knee
An inflammatory condition that can damage the knee joint, causing pain, swelling, stiffness, and reduced function.
Degenerative knee conditions
A group of conditions associated with gradual joint wear, affecting comfort, movement, and long-term knee function.
Knee Arthroscopy & Joint Preservation
Many knee conditions can be treated while preserving the natural joint. Arthroscopy and joint preservation procedures aim to relieve pain, restore function, and delay the need for joint replacement where appropriate.
Cartilage injuries of the knee
Damage to the smooth cartilage covering the knee joint, which may lead to pain, stiffness, and reduced function.
Chondral Defects
Areas of damaged cartilage that can cause discomfort, swelling, and difficulty with everyday movement.
Osteochondral lesions
Injuries affecting both the cartilage and underlying bone, which may result in pain, swelling, or catching within the joint.
Ligament, Sports & Soft Tissue Injuries
Muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues play an important role in hip movement and stability. Accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment can help reduce pain, restore function, and support a safe return to everyday activities or sport.
Ligament Injury
Injuries to one of the knee's main stabilising ligaments, often causing pain, swelling, and instability. May include Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL), Medial collateral ligament (MCL) and Lateral collateral ligament (LCL) injuries.
Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome
Pain felt on the outside of the hip, often linked to irritated tendons or inflammation around the hip area.
Tendon and Muscle Injuries Around the Hip
Strains or injuries affecting the muscles and tendons supporting the hip, which may cause pain, weakness, or reduced movement.
Pain after sport or exercise
Clicking or locking of the hip
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
Symptoms You Shouldn't Ignore
Hip pain when walking or climbing stairs
Groin pain
Pain when getting out of a chair
Stiffness
Reduced range of movement
Limping
Clicking or locking of the hip
Pain at night
Pain after sport or exercise
Your Patient Journey
We guide you every step of the way.
- 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.
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.
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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
