Knee Procedures
Knee surgery is often used for the treatment of different conditions that can cause knee pain. While non-surgical treatments are often attempted for initial treatment, there are situations where knee surgery becomes the recommended or necessary treatment.
Some of the other signs and symptoms that accompany knee pain are:
- Difficulty weight bearing or walking due to instability of the knee,
- Limping due to discomfort,
- Difficulty walking up or down steps due to ligament damage (sprain),
- Locking of the knee (unable to bend the knee),
- Redness and swelling,
- Inability to extend the knee, and
- Shifting weight to the opposite knee and foot.
Click here to see a list of more common causes of knee pain.
This is not an all-inclusive list but rather highlights a few common causes of knee pain.
Fractures: A direct blow to the bony structure can cause one of the bones in the knee to break. This is usually a very obvious and painful knee injury. Most knee fractures (such as kneecap fracture) are not only painful but will also interfere with the proper functioning of the knee.
Another example is a Tibial Plateau fracture which makes it very painful to bear weight. All fractures need immediate medical attention. Many fractures require significant force, and a thorough examination is performed to detect other injuries.
Ligament injuries: The most common injury is the ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) injury. An ACL injury is often a sports-related injury due to a sudden stop and change in direction. The remaining ligaments (Posterior Cruciate Ligament, Lateral Collateral Ligament, and Medial Collateral Ligament) are injured less frequently.
Meniscus injuries: The menisci (medial and lateral) are made of cartilage and act as shock absorbers between bones in the knee. Twisting the knee can injure the meniscus.
Dislocation: The knee joint can be dislocated, which is a medical emergency that requires immediate attention. Knee dislocation can compromise blood flow to the leg and have other related problems. This injury often occurs during a motor-vehicle accident when the knee hits the dashboard.
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Benefits to coming to Cyprus
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Hospital Amenities
Our hospital one of Cyprus’ leading medical facilities. Conveniently located in town and near many sites and attractions. There are many amenities such as free wifi, cafeteria, pharmacy, and parking.
Total Medical Care
A complete private hospital facility that includes a wide range of clinical services that cover diagnosis through to treatment with state-of-the-art nursing units and 25 specialized departments including a 24 hour Casualty and Emergency Department.
English Speaking Staff
All medical staff, nurses, customer service and our doctors speak English fluently and are accustomed to working foreign patients.
Cost Savings
Research data shows that there is a significant cost savings for comparable orthopaedic treatments in Western countries. Even if you factor in your airfare and accommodations you still may save a considerable amount of money.
Easy & Flexible Scheduling
There is virtually no wait time for any of the orthopaedic surgeries offered. You will decide when it is most suitable for you to have a surgery and we can go from there.
Direct Flights from Many Locations
4-5 hour regular flights operate from all main airports in the UK. Please note that airlines constantly add new flights and new destinations. If you need assistance with choosing a flight we will be more than happy to assist you with your travel arrangements.
Patient Testimonials
We can provide you with testimonials from our previous patients that had orthopaedic surgery with our doctor and in our hospital. We can even find patients that have had the same or a similar procedure and you can hear their stories in order to help you make a decision.
Types of Surgeries
Arthroscopy (also called arthroscopic or keyhole surgery) is a minimally invasive surgical procedure on a joint in which an examination and sometimes treatment of damage is performed using an arthroscope, an endoscope that is inserted into the joint through a small incision.
Endoscopic surgery uses scopes going through small incisions or natural body openings in order to diagnose and treat disease. Another popular term is minimally invasive surgery (MIS), which emphasizes that diagnosis and treatments can be done with reduced body cavity invasion.
Open surgery is the traditional type of surgery in which an incision is made using a scalpel. While minimally invasive surgery has become increasingly popular, there are a number of situations in which open surgery is still preferable.