Knee Conditions
Knee pain? We can help.
Knee pain can be many things: sometimes worrying or irritating, sometimes debilitating and life- changing. Whatever the cause and severity of your knee pain, Yorkshire Knee Clinic’s specialists can help.
On these pages, you’ll find information about common (and some less common) knee conditions and treatments. If you’d like to discuss your knee pain,
Anatomy Of The Knee
Your knee has a lot of work to do. It’s a flexible yet load-bearing hinge that has to cope with a lifetime of activity. Here’s how it does it
ACL Injuries
Your anterior cruciate ligament keeps your knee stable, especially when you twist, turn or side-step. Which is why it’s so important in sport, & so frequently injured
Arthritis
Living in constant pain can stop you doing the things you love. But we can help. Find out more about osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis & knee replacement
Joint Surface Problems
Injuries to the cartilage or bone can create problems for the joint surface. Explore them here
Knee Cap Problems
Patella problems can lead to pain or a feeling of instability, & there are several potential causes & treatments. Find out more about them all.
Meniscal Cartilage Injuries
The ‘shock absorbers of the knee perform an important role. But what happens when you tear a meniscus – & how do you treat it?
Tendinitis & Overuse Injuries
From Osgood-Schlatter disease to Bursitis & Baker’s cysts, find out more about knee conditions typically aggravated by running, jumping & general overuse
Other Knee Ligament Injuries
The ACL may be the most well known, but it’s far from the only ligament of the knee that can present problems. Discover more about the MCL, PCL & complex ligament injuries
Can I Have A Knee Replacement?
What’s the difference between a total & partial knee replacement? And is either right for you?
Knee Arthroscopy
You might know it better as ‘keyhole’ knee surgery. But when might it be appropriate for you, & what happens during a knee arthroscopy?