Private hip & knee replacement · Self-pay & insured patients welcome

Conditions

Conditions we treat

Hip and knee problems Mr Allen sees most often — what they are, the signs to look out for, and how a joint replacement can help.

Hip conditions

5 conditions · treated with total hip replacement

Hip

Osteoarthritis

Wear of the cartilage lining the joint — the most common reason for hip replacement.

Common signs

Groin or thigh pain, stiffness, a limp

Hip

Avascular necrosis

Loss of blood supply to the femoral head, causing the bone to weaken and collapse.

Common signs

Deep groin pain, worse with weight-bearing

Hip

Hip dysplasia

A shallow socket from birth that leads to early wear in adult life.

Common signs

Pain in younger adults, clicking, instability

Hip

Inflammatory arthritis

Rheumatoid and other inflammatory conditions that damage the joint surface.

Common signs

Morning stiffness, swelling, pain in several joints

Hip

Post-traumatic arthritis

Arthritis developing after a previous fracture or injury to the hip.

Common signs

Pain and stiffness after an old injury

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Not sure?

Not sure what’s causing
your pain?

You don’t need a diagnosis to book. Mr Allen will examine you, review your X-rays and explain exactly what is going on — and every option available.

Questions

Frequently
asked

Can’t find your answer? The practice team is happy to help.

Appointments

Do I need a GP referral?

If you are using private medical insurance, your insurer will usually ask for a GP referral. If you are paying for yourself you can book directly — we simply ask for your GP’s details so they can be kept informed.

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Most hip and knee replacements are done under a spinal anaesthetic with sedation, so you are comfortable and drowsy. A general anaesthetic is also possible.

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Yes. Self-pay patients receive a clear, fixed-price quote for surgery after their consultation.

Next step

Ready to talk about
your hip or knee?

Book a consultation to discuss your symptoms, review your imaging and understand every option available to you.