Reading Hip & Knee Unit

12/08/2020

We are already up and running in all 3 private hospitals in Reading!

The NHS in England is to end its COVID-19 block-booking arrangement with private and independent sector hospitals. The move has raised fears that NHS waiting lists could grow even more – but hospital trusts will still be purchasing capacity from the private sector, although only a a pay-as-you-go ...

06/08/2020

Pretty accurate- apart from we don’t now put in drains at the end!!!

23/06/2020

We have made some changes to the way we deliver healthcare to provide additional reassurance. Our patients can trust that all of our hospitals have committed and dedicated teams working tirelessly to ensure excellent safety and care is provided at all times, and in line with current guidance from Public Health England.

Find out more here: https://www.ramsayhealth.co.uk/patients/our-patients

16/09/2019

What’s involved in a knee arthroscopy?
A knee arthroscopy is what we call a “minimally invasive” procedure, in comparison to open surgery, such as a knee replacement. It involves making small incisions, and inserting a tiny camera into the knee, so surgery can be performed with only minimal access required. It is usually a daycase procedure, meaning you can leave hospital the same day following your operation.

The main advantages of keyhole surgery are:

It’s minimally invasive, so muscles won’t need to be cut
Shorter surgery time, usually around 30 minutes
Lower risk of infection, due to smaller holes
Pain control is generally better than open surgery
You will usually recover quicker than having open surgery. For a common procedure, such as to deal with a meniscal (cartilage) tear, you can expect it to take two weeks to return to a desk job and four to six weeks to get back to full labour.

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12/09/2019

A blood clot behind the knee is a type of venous thromboembolism and can be a serious condition. In this article from Medical News Today they discuss its causes, risk factors, and symptoms.

A blood clot can form behind the knee due to injuries, surgery, or poor blood flow. A clot forming in a leg vein is a serious condition that can lead to potentially life-threatening complications, such as a pulmonary embolism. Learn more here.

09/09/2019

Very useful and informative article from our colleagues at the Circle Reading Hospital. Learn more on the causes of hip pain and what can be done to treat it.

If you're suffering with hip pain, this section is for you. Get an overview of the hip joint, common symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment options.

05/09/2019

What is the NAVIO system?
The NAVIO system provides robotic assistance to surgeons through an advanced computer programme.
Working in conjunction with a surgeons’ skilled hands to achieve the precise positioning of the knee implant based on your unique knee anatomy, providing extra layers of planning, accuracy and precision. Find out more by watching the NAVIO system video.

The NAVIO system helps your surgeon using both computer and robotic assistance to accurately map the surface of your knee, align your implant to your anatomy, and physically remove the bone necessary to place your new implant. This added level of assistance is important because implant alignment is a crucial factor in determining how long the implant will last. Find out more about NAVIO and partial knee replacements by watching the NAVIO surgical system video:

05/09/2019

Knee Arthroscopy - your questions answered in our patient information booklet.

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02/09/2019

It's always good to hear from our patients, and we accept all feedback so we can continue to provide you with the care you want to receive.

Find out more: www.readinghipandkneeunit.co.uk