This information sheet provides information on the nature and purpose of the procedure in addition to an outline of the post-operative rehabilitation.
Tim Spalding is a specialist knee surgeon based at the University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire NHS trust and privately at the Warwickshire Nuffield Hospital and at the BMI Meriden Hospital. Clinics also take place in Stratford-upon-Avon This site provides detailed information on conditions affecting the knee and their treatments, with links to a network of…
There are now two types of implants designed to regenerate the meniscus when part of it has been removed: The Menaflex supplied by Hospital Innovations and the Actifit supplied by Orteq. Both act as scaffolds for new tissue to grow into and regenerate the healthy cushion. They are made of slightly different materials and both…
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Early physiotherapy is directed at patella mobility in addition to static quadriceps and hamstring work maintaining muscle bulk. The most important part of the initial rehabilitation is to maintain patella mobility in the medial/lateral plane as well as the superior/inferior plane. Once the wound has settled then mobilisation of the patella tendon should also start…
Proprioception Phase (Sensory Awareness) WEEKS 3 – 6 Aim : The aim of this phase is to work on proprioceptive exercises and to develop light endurance and strength training. This stage is also important for developing core stability to help you progress to full active function. By the end of six weeks your knee should…
