Forefoot Pain (Metatarsalgia) See more FOREFOOT PAIN (METATARSALGIA) ABOUT FOREFOOT PAIN Forefoot pain describes any pain in or around the ball of the foot in the metatarsal region. There are several conditions that can cause pain in the forefoot and the most common is metatarsalgia. We can treat forefoot pain in Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster and Worksop. Metatarsalgia is inflammation in the ball of your foot around the joints where the foot bones meet the toe bones. It isn’t a serious condition but can make walking extremely uncomfortable so can affect exercising or your daily activities. Metatarsalgia can be caused by exercises that involve a lot of jumping or being raised onto the balls of your feet, such as skipping or dancing. The condition can also be caused by wearing high-heeled shoes or shoes that are too tight across the foot, or by being overweight. WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF METATARSALGIA? The symptoms of metatarsalgia include: A sharp or burning pain in the ball of your foot Pain that is worse when you stand, walk or run, or when you raise up onto the balls of your feet. Pain that is worse if you are barefoot The constant sensation that there is a stone in your shoe Similar conditions that cause forefoot pain include: Morton’s Neuroma where the pain is caused by a pinched nerve in the ball of your foot. Freiberg’s disease where a deformed metatarsal bone causes pain and possibly a limp. Sesamoiditis is where the tendons supporting the sesamoid bones under the big toe become inflamed. WHAT TREATMENTS ARE AVAILABLE? Most cases of metatarsalgia are treatable with conservative methods: The best treatment for a metatarsalgia is wearing well-fitted footwear that is wide enough for your feet. Insoles or orthotics can also be used to support the foot arch and keep your weight properly distributed when walking. Metatarsal pads can give extra cushioning to the ball of the foot to relieve pain. Ice therapy and painkillers can be used to treat the inflammation and the pain caused by metatarsalgia. Surgery is rarely needed but can help where a case of metatarsalgia has not responded to other forms of treatment. Book your treatment for forefoot pain in Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster or Worksop. You can also follow us on social media. Our Specialists in Forefoot Pain (Metatarsalgia) Mr. Tommy Chan Mr. Antony Wilkinson Enquire Now Find us The Coriel Clinic, 138 Beckett Road, Doncaster DN2 4BA Call us 07946 396194 01302 238291 Email us enquiries@corielortho.com Whats App us 07946396194 Contact us First name* Last name* Email* Phone* Message* Submit Find us The Coriel Clinic, 138 Beckett Road, Doncaster DN2 4BA Call us 07946 396194 01302 238291 Email us enquiries@corielortho.com

Our surgical group provides world-class expertise, using state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment. Coriel Orthopaedic Group Discover More Contact Us We have passionate specialists, covering and treating a range of conditions. Orthopaedic Expertise, Personal Care Discover More Contact Us We have passionate specialists that will take care of you, every step of the way. Outstanding Patient Care Discover More Contact Us Our specialists treat a wide range of sports-related injuries, ensuring you can get back to doing what you love! Get Back To Doing The Things You Love Discover More Contact Us Our surgical group provides world-class expertise, using state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment. Coriel Orthopaedic Group Discover More Contact Us Consultant Orthopaedic & Specialist Foot & Ankle Surgeon Mr. Zain ul Abiddin Shoulder and Elbow Specialist Mr. Madhavan Papanna Hip and Knee Specialist Mr. Andrew Bruce Knee Specialist Mr. Paul Haslam Shoulder and Elbow Specialist Mr. Scott MacInnes Hand and Wrist Specialist Mr. Dan Morell Hip and Knee Specialist Mr. Shankar Thiagarajah Foot and Ankle Specialist Mr. Antony Wilkinson Foot and Ankle Specialist Mr. Tommy Chan Coriel specialists are all consultants at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. We have joined forces to share our expertise – linking surgical excellence to deliver better outcomes for patients. We cover a wide range of Orthopaedic services including shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, hip, knee, foot and ankle. All of our Specialists are experts in their field having undertaken thousands of surgical procedures. We cover a wide area across South Yorkshire and North Nottinghamshire, with access to two private hospitals and a full range of diagnostic services. ABOUT CORIEL See all Consultants CORIEL ORTHOPAEDIC GROUP Patient Reviews Patient satisfaction and wellbeing is at the core of what we do at Coriel Orthopaedic Group. Here is what our patients have to say about their experiences with us. Our Team Check out all of our Testimonials here Latest News CORIEL ORTHOPAEDIC GROUP About Arthritis of the Shoulder Arthritis is inflammation of one or more of your joints. In a diseased shoulder, inflammation causes pain and stiffness. ... Arthritis of the Shoulder View Treatment About Rotator Cuff Tears A rotator cuff tear is a common cause of pain and disability among adults. Each year, almost half a million ... Rotator Cuff Tears View Treatment About knee sports injuries Injuring your knee whilst playing sport is common and some sports increase the risk of hurting your knees such as ... Knee Sports Injuries View Treatment About Knee Arthritis Arthritis is inflammation of one or more of your joints. Pain, swelling, and stiffness are the primary symptoms of arthritis. Any ... Knee Arthritis View Treatment About hip impingement Hip impingement, or femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), is a condition where the bones in the hip joint are abnormally shaped. Usually, either ... Hip Impingement & Labral Injuries View Treatment About osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis is a condition that can affect any joint in the body, however, it most often affects the knees, hips and the ... Osteoarthritis of the Hip View Treatment About forefoot pain Forefoot pain describes any pain in or around the ball of the foot in the metatarsal region. There are several conditions ... Forefoot Pain (Metatarsalgia) View Treatment About toe deformities Deformities of the smaller toes include hammertoes, claw toes and mallet toes. We can treat toe deformities in Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster ... Toe Deformities View Treatment About Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is where a nerve in your wrist gets compressed which can result in weakness and numbness in ... Carpal Tunnel Syndrome View Treatment About hand and wrist arthritis When the joints are affected by arthritis, activities of daily living can be difficult. Arthritis can occur in many ... Hand and Wrist Arthritis View Treatment Specialist Treatments CORIEL ORTHOPAEDIC GROUP Check out all of our Treatments here Find us The Coriel Clinic, 138 Beckett Road, Doncaster DN2 4BA Call us 07946 396194 01302 238291 Email us enquiries@corielortho.com Whats App us 07946396194 Contact us First name* Last name* Email* Phone* Message* Submit Find us The Coriel Clinic, 138 Beckett Road, Doncaster DN2 4BA Call us 07946 396194 01302 238291 Email us enquiries@corielortho.com Orthopaedic surgery is a specialty dealing with acute injuries, congenital and acquired disorders and chronic arthritic or overuse conditions of the bones, joints and their associated soft tissues, including ligaments, nerves and muscles. With vast combined experience in the healthcare sector, our specialist consultants work together to provide exceptional personalised patient care. From sports injuries to general bone complications, we specialise in a wide range of Orthopaedic conditions. Our consultants can diagnose and treat many of these including those of the hands, wrists, nerves and feet. Our friendly team are professional and will treat you with complete compassion and care; therefore you can be assured that you will receive the best possible treatment. View the list of conditions and treatments below. Our Specialities View All CORIEL ORTHOPAEDIC GROUP Shoulder & Elbow Conditions Hand & Wrist Conditions Knee Conditions Hip & Groin Conditions Foot & Ankle Conditions

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Hip Dysplasia in Adults See more HIP DYSPLASIA IN ADULTS ABOUT HIP DYSPLASIA A normal hip has a ball and socket joint with the femoral (ball) head well-seated and stable within the acetabulum (socket). Hip dysplasia includes a group of disorders that have deformities of the joint. Most commonly, hip dysplasia is characterized by a “shallow” socket that does not adequately cover the femoral head. When the femoral head is not completely covered by the acetabulum, the hip is unstable, may become painful and eventually develop osteoarthritis. We can help treat Hip Dysplasia in Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster and Worksop. WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF HIP DYSPLASIA? Due to inadequate coverage of the femoral head, the weight supported by the hip is distributed over a smaller surface, creating an excessive load along the edge of the hip socket. Over time, this added load can cause joint cartilage to degenerate, resulting in arthritis. Some common symptoms of hip dysplasia include: Pain in the groin or side of the hip Worsening pain with sitting, walking or running A sensation of “catching” or “popping” with activity Increased difficulty with strenuous activities Walking with a limp WHAT TREATMENTS ARE AVAILABLE? Hip dysplasia is often corrected by surgery. If hip dysplasia goes untreated, arthritis is likely to develop. Symptomatic hip dysplasia is likely to continue to cause symptoms until the deformity is surgically corrected. Many patients benefit from a procedure called periacetabular osteotomy or PAO. The medical term “periacetabular” means “around the acetabulum” or “around the hip socket.” The term “osteotomy” refers to any procedure in which bone is cut. Thus, a PAO is a procedure where bone is cut around the hip socket. Book an appointment with one of our specialist surgeons today to get treatment for Hip Dysplasia in Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster or Worksop. You can also follow us on social media. Our Specialists in Hip Dysplasia in Adults Mr. Shankar Thiagarajah Mr. Andrew Bruce Enquire Now Find us The Coriel Clinic, 138 Beckett Road, Doncaster DN2 4BA Call us 07946 396194 01302 238291 Email us enquiries@corielortho.com Whats App us 07946396194 Contact us First name* Last name* Email* Phone* Message* Submit Find us The Coriel Clinic, 138 Beckett Road, Doncaster DN2 4BA Call us 07946 396194 01302 238291 Email us enquiries@corielortho.com

Thornbury Hospital Thornbury Hospital Thornbury Hospital offers treatments and services for those who live in Sheffield, South Yorkshire and further afield. Facilities, combined with modern technology and on-site support services, enable consultants to undertake a wide range of procedures from routine investigations to complex surgery. Thornbury Hospital in Sheffield operates on a multitude of different specialties and has a range of facilities including: 64 patient bedrooms with all rooms offering the privacy and comfort of en-suite facilities, satellite TV, Wifi and telephone 21 consulting rooms including outpatient treatment rooms Four operating theatres Diagnostic imaging including CT, MRI, X-Ray, ultrasound and – Digital Mammography Endoscopy suite Critical care facilities Minor operations Cancer Care Suite – Oncology service with outpatient treatment rooms and dedicated inpatient beds Pharmacy Physiotherapy suite Car parking, including 2 electric vehicle charging stations Find us The Coriel Clinic, 138 Beckett Road, Doncaster DN2 4BA Call us 07946 396194 01302 238291 Email us enquiries@corielortho.com Whats App us 07946396194 Contact us First name* Last name* Email* Phone* Message* Submit Find us The Coriel Clinic, 138 Beckett Road, Doncaster DN2 4BA Call us 07946 396194 01302 238291 Email us enquiries@corielortho.com

Read more about the various conditions that our specialist consultants treat Conditions See more The shoulder joint is prone to injury since it is very mobile. Frequent activity overhead and sudden trauma can cause damage to the tissues inside the shoulder. As well as pain, shoulder problems may present as weakness or restricted movement. Read More Shoulder & Elbow Treatments (8) Knee pain is a common complaint that affects people of all ages. Knee pain may be the result of an injury, such as a ruptured ligament or torn cartilage. Medical conditions — including arthritis, gout and infections — also can cause knee pain. Read More Knee Treatments (7) Groin pain is often a sign of problems within the hip joint. Pain within the hip joint is most often, but not always, experienced in the groin. Pain over the outside of the hip is usually not caused by a hip joint problem and is more commonly related to hip bursitis or a pinched nerve in the back. Read More Hip & Groin Treatments (5) This area of the body can be prone to issues and injury, as an area that undergoes a lot of strain and exertion in its role of controlling your movement and supporting your weight. Read More Foot & Ankle Treatments (7) The hand is composed of many small bones called carpals, metacarpals and phalanges. The two bones of the lower arm -- the radius and the ulna -- meet at the hand to form the wrist. Read More Hand & Wrist Treatments (6) Orthopaedic surgery is a specialty dealing with acute injuries, congenital and acquired disorders and chronic arthritic or overuse conditions of the bones, joints and their associated soft tissues, including ligaments, nerves and muscles. With vast combined experience in the healthcare sector, our specialist consultants work together to provide exceptional personalised patient care. From sports injuries to general bone complications, we specialise in a wide range of Orthopaedic conditions. Our consultants can diagnose and treat many of these including those of the hands, wrists, nerves and feet. Our friendly team are professional and will treat you with complete compassion and care; therefore you can be assured that you will receive the best possible treatment. View the list of conditions and treatments below. Our Specialities View All CORIEL ORTHOPAEDIC GROUP Shoulder & Elbow Conditions Hand & Wrist Conditions Knee Conditions Hip & Groin Conditions Foot & Ankle Conditions

The Coriel Clinic The Coriel Clinic The Coriel Clinic is a private consulting facility located in Doncaster. Within our easily accessible location, appointments are available with all Coriel specialists by arrangement. The clinic is located on Beckett Road only 5 minutes from Doncaster Royal Infirmary. The facility boasts 7 modern consulting rooms, a physiotherapy suite managed by Regen Physio and a minor-op theatre. We offer rooms to hire for: Orthopaedics ENT Neurology Medico-legal Other medical specialties Therapy services For more information on hiring rooms at the Coriel Clinic, please contact us at manager@corielortho.com The Coriel Clinic Facilities Include: 7 Consulting rooms Physiotherapy suite Minor-op theatre Reception Free on-site car parking Telephone and Email 01302 238291 or 07946 396194 bookings@thecorielclinic.com Find us The Coriel Clinic, 138 Beckett Road, Doncaster DN2 4BA Call us 07946 396194 01302 238291 Email us enquiries@corielortho.com Whats App us 07946396194 Contact us First name* Last name* Email* Phone* Message* Submit Find us The Coriel Clinic, 138 Beckett Road, Doncaster DN2 4BA Call us 07946 396194 01302 238291 Email us enquiries@corielortho.com

Meet our team of Specialist Orthopaedic Consultants Consultants See more ANKLE SPRAINS AND INSTABILITY FLAT FEET HEEL PAIN Read More Mr. Zain ul Abiddin Consultant Orthopaedic & Specialist Foot & Ankle Surgeon ROTATOR CUFF TEARS ARTHRITIS OF THE SHOULDER TENNIS/GOLFERS ELBOW Read More Mr. Madhavan Papanna Shoulder and Elbow Specialist BURSITIS/TROCHANTERIC PAIN OSTEOARTHRITIS OF THE HIP OSTEOARTHRITIS OF THE KNEE Read More Mr. Andrew Bruce Hip and Knee Specialist KNEE SPORTS INJURIES KNEE LIGAMENT INJURIES OSTEOARTHRITIS OF THE KNEE Read More Mr. Paul Haslam Knee Specialist FROZEN SHOULDER OSTEOARTHRITIS OF THE SHOULDER SHOULDER INSTABILITY Read More Mr. Scott MacInnes Shoulder and Elbow Specialist CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME TRIGGER FINGER DUPUYTREN’S DISEASE Read More Mr. Dan Morell Hand and Wrist Specialist OSTEOARTHRITIS OF THE HIP HIP IMPINGEMENT & LABRAL INJURIES OSTEOARTHRITIS OF THE KNEE Read More Mr. Shankar Thiagarajah Hip and Knee Specialist FOREFOOT PAIN (METATARSALGIA) FLAT FEET BIG TOE DEFORMITY (BUNIONS) Read More Mr. Antony Wilkinson Foot and Ankle Specialist FOREFOOT PAIN (METATARSALGIA) FLAT FEET BIG TOE DEFORMITY (BUNIONS) Read More Mr. Tommy Chan Foot and Ankle Specialist

Aftercare See more AFTERCARE Our team of specialist consultants and surgeons will offer you the latest surgical and non-surgical treatments, with the goal of getting you back to your everyday life and enjoying your normal activities as quickly as possible. We provide comprehensive aftercare which will ensure you have the best possible outcome following your treatment. What does our aftercare look like? Following your surgery, we will provide at-home care advice, including how to perform everyday tasks like washing and appropriate wound care. We will support you by providing any walking aids that you may need, or other medical equipment. Any required painkilling medication and anti-inflammatories will be given to you. To ensure that everything is healing as expected, you will have post-surgery check-ups with your surgeon. To help you to recover as quickly and fully as possible, we will offer a personalised rehabilitation programme. This may include a routine of exercises from a physiotherapist to build strength and flexibility in the affected area and prevent stiffness. We are also on-hand with friendly, helpful telephone advice if you have any concerns. If you have any questions or would like to discuss anything in more detail, please do not hesitate to contact us. Find us The Coriel Clinic, 138 Beckett Road, Doncaster DN2 4BA Call us 07946 396194 01302 238291 Email us enquiries@corielortho.com Whats App us 07946396194 Contact us First name* Last name* Email* Phone* Message* Submit Find us The Coriel Clinic, 138 Beckett Road, Doncaster DN2 4BA Call us 07946 396194 01302 238291 Email us enquiries@corielortho.com

Please find the Guidance Notes for our Treatments here Guidance Notes See more Regional Anaesthesia – Ankle and Popliteal Nerve Block Patient Guidance – Calf Stretch Rehabilitation Guideline for Patients Undergoing Conservative or Surgical Management of Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury, Surgery and Rehabilitation What Is A Short Toe (Brachymetarsia)? Orthopaedic surgery is a specialty dealing with acute injuries, congenital and acquired disorders and chronic arthritic or overuse conditions of the bones, joints and their associated soft tissues, including ligaments, nerves and muscles. With vast combined experience in the healthcare sector, our specialist consultants work together to provide exceptional personalised patient care. From sports injuries to general bone complications, we specialise in a wide range of Orthopaedic conditions. Our consultants can diagnose and treat many of these including those of the hands, wrists, nerves and feet. Our friendly team are professional and will treat you with complete compassion and care; therefore you can be assured that you will receive the best possible treatment. View the list of conditions and treatments below. Our Specialities View All CORIEL ORTHOPAEDIC GROUP Shoulder & Elbow Conditions Hand & Wrist Conditions Knee Conditions Hip & Groin Conditions Foot & Ankle Conditions

See what our Patients say about us Testimonials See more Verified Customer Nikki I have been meaning to email you and Paul to tell you that I have now had 2 skiing holidays since buying my knee brace in December. I wanted to say thank you for your help in getting me back on skis following my ACL rupture repair. A big thank you has to go to Paul for reconstructing my knee. I remember my first consultation with Paul in March 2022 when we debated whether to go ahead with the operation or to ‘wait and see’. On reflection that was a small decision that has reaped big benefits in my life. Please pass on my heartfelt thanks to Paul. I am so grateful for his expertise. For the record, I had no issues with my knee at all. Fingers crossed that continues! Regards Verified Patient Hi, I just wanted to send you a proper thank you message for what you've done for me. Probably could have said this when I saw you but I'm far better with writing this stuff than wanging on in person! When I first came to see you last year, it was off the back of several bad years for me physically and consequently mentally, I am a tough nut (Queensland upbringing lol) but I was very close to broken. I don't think I can really express how grateful I am that you helped me when everything else was a solid wall of s***e and I couldn't get help elsewhere. You didn't just fix my knee, you gave me hope, and that had been thin on the ground for quite a while. Anyway thank you for taking a chance on a fat Aussie, thank you for Britknee (yes I named the new knee lol), thank you for being northern enough for my nervy husband to trust (his words) and THANK YOU for helping me get my life back. Hopefully I'll be back this year for Liam Kneeson (I've already named the second knee!!) All the best to you sir Verified Patient Fantastic doctor I would highly recommend. I was unsure of which way I wanted to go with surgery Dr Abiddin gave me all the advice and guidance needed to enable me to make the right choice for me. The surgery went to plan and Dr Abiddin ensured I received the right care along my road to recovery. Verified Patient A great experiance from the first consultation onwards. Mr Wilkinson made sure I understood everything and his team made me feel confortable and reassured at all times. Mr Wilkinson showed great confidence in his work and I am very please with the outcome. Thank you. Verified Patient After being referred to Coriel I was immediately put at ease after my first call with the Practice Managers Cathy and Nikki. They are an absolute pleasure and nothing is too much trouble... yes they are professional which you would expect at this level, but they are real people... kind, caring, with a genuine interest to help - I cannot praise them enough. Even when I had trouble finding where to park in the dark and the location of the practice, I was met in the car park with a smile and ready to greet and guide me in. My face to face meeting with Mr. Morell was in the same manner... instantly friendly. He listened and I felt at complete ease with him, a real professional and made the appointment enjoyable! I actually enjoyed visiting somewhere for my ill health!! I have no worries or concerns at all whilst I wait for my operation... I feel 100% better I cannot thank the Coriel Group enough for my journey so far! Verified Patient I experienced significant difficulties with my left knee following a trampolining accident. Long-term symptoms included my knee 'giving way unpredictably, and 'shooting pains' down either sides of my knee. My father, a GP, recommended I meet with Mr Haslam as he is well known as "the knee guy". Before sesing Mr Haslam, nearly three months after my injury, had lost total confidence in my knee, which impacted on my quality of life significantly. For example, I was unable to run, swim, and kneel. I couldn't even walk safely in high heels, or play actively with my children. After my examination, Mr Haslam spent considerable time explaining my MRI results and the damage to me knee clearly to me. I had fally torn my Anterior Cruciate Ligament, and had damaged my lateral and medial meniscus. Mr Haslam helped me to consider all of my options carefully, for example, whether to have an operation or not, and the long-term advantages and disadvantages of each of these choices. After deciding to have my operation, Mr Haslam ensured I was well informed of all of the details and post operative recovery expectations. believe my operation was carried out with great skill, compassion and care. My ACL was repaired with a hamstring graft, and my medial and lateral meniscus was sutured. I was quite concerned about the amount of scaring I might have following the operation; however this has been minimal, thanks to the brilliant surgical skills of Mr Haslam. I believe my post operative care was excellent; both Mr Haslam and the physiotherapy team at Doncaster Royal Infirmary were extremely supportive and caning. I feel I received excellent treatment and care and would recommend Mr Haslam and his surgical team to anyone with a similar injury. Verified Customer I can't praise and thank Mr Dan Morell enough for all the care and first-class treatment he has given me throughout my wrist procedure. His expertise and friendly attitude shines through, putting you totally at ease. Also, thank you to the Pratice Managers who are extreamly helpful and super efficient. I would highly recommend the Coriel Orthopaedic Group. Verified Patient I would like to place on record my appreciation for the treatment given to my grandson by Coriel Orthopaedic Group. Thank you to Mr Haslam for his clinical expertise and all at Coriel for the help and support given throughout the process. The operation was performed at Kinvara Hospital and the experiance was exceptional. All the staff were very professional and supportive from arrival to departure. Once again, many thanks to all. Tom Bamford The operation and recovery back to the sport I do has been a massive success, I couldn't be happier. The recovery did take a long time but was well worth it. Mr Haslam has saved my knee and I'm happy to be back playing sport. Verified Patient Mr Wilkinson was kind, courteous and thorough when I met him. Verified Patient I found Mr Thiagarajah confidently knowledgeable, quick and pofessionally effective with good patient communication. I would consult him again should the need arise. Dr Don Hezeltine Wow! Impressive! Thanks for your Excellent Service See more Orthopaedic surgery is a specialty dealing with acute injuries, congenital and acquired disorders and chronic arthritic or overuse conditions of the bones, joints and their associated soft tissues, including ligaments, nerves and muscles. With vast combined experience in the healthcare sector, our specialist consultants work together to provide exceptional personalised patient care. From sports injuries to general bone complications, we specialise in a wide range of Orthopaedic conditions. Our consultants can diagnose and treat many of these including those of the hands, wrists, nerves and feet. Our friendly team are professional and will treat you with complete compassion and care; therefore you can be assured that you will receive the best possible treatment. View the list of conditions and treatments below. Our Specialities View All CORIEL ORTHOPAEDIC GROUP Shoulder & Elbow Conditions Hand & Wrist Conditions Knee Conditions Hip & Groin Conditions Foot & Ankle Conditions Find us The Coriel Clinic, 138 Beckett Road, Doncaster DN2 4BA Call us 07946 396194 01302 238291 Email us enquiries@corielortho.com Whats App us 07946396194 Contact us First name* Last name* Email* Phone* Message* Submit Find us The Coriel Clinic, 138 Beckett Road, Doncaster DN2 4BA Call us 07946 396194 01302 238291 Email us enquiries@corielortho.com

Patella Problems See more PATELLA PROBLEMS ABOUT PATELLA PROBLEMS The patella, or kneecap, is a disc of bone that sits on the front of your knee suspended between the thigh and shin bones by tendons. The kneecap comes under a lot of stress and also protects the knee joint by acting as a physical shield so damage to the kneecap itself isn’t uncommon. We can treat patella problems in Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster and Worksop. Fat pad impingement Within the knee joint, there are three cushioning fat pads. When a fat pad becomes pinched by the bones of the joint, such as the patella and femur, it’s called an impingement. Fat pad impingement can occur as a result of an injury or gradually over time if the leg is frequently over-extended. The fat pads have a lot of nerve endings so impingement can be very painful. The pain is located at the front of the knee below the patella and is worse when going up or downstairs, standing or repeatedly bending your knee. Treatments include rest, pain management and strengthening exercises. Physiotherapy may include taping your knee to relieve the pressure on the fat pads and learning how to avoid overextending your leg. Surgery isn’t common for fat pad impingement but may be an option if other treatments have failed. Patella tendinopathy Patella tendinopathy is pain in the tendons that connects the patella to the leg bones. Injuries can occur to the patella tendon which connects the kneecap to the lower leg, sometimes called Jumper’s Knee. Injuries to the quadriceps tendons, which connect the large thigh muscles to the kneecap, are more common in older people. Injuries can occur due to overloading these tendons, such as playing sport or from the ageing process. The tendons may become inflamed or develop several tiny tears. Also, a partial or full tear can occur. With patella tendon injuries, pain and swelling are usually localised to the tendon that is damaged, for example, below the knee for a patella tendon injury. A partial tear will affect your ability to walk and a full tear will make your knee impossible. Minor patella tendinopathy can be treated with rest, to allow the inflammation to subside, followed by physiotherapy. Full tears will likely require surgery to reattach the severed tissue. Patella Dislocation and Instability The patella normal sits in a groove in the bottom of the thigh bone where it glides over the joint when bending the knee. Kneecap dislocation is where the patella becomes dislodged usually to the outside of the knee. A dislocated kneecap can cause damage to the tendons and ligaments of the knee joint. This can overstretch the tendons and ligaments making another kneecap dislocation more likely. Multiple dislocated kneecaps are called kneecap instability. A dislocated knee is where the lower leg becomes dislocated. Dislocation of the kneecap can be caused by: An impact to the knee, such as a collision during a sport A sudden change of direction when moving quickly Weak leg muscles A kneecap that is misaligned or unusually high A dislocated kneecap will look deformed, give severe pain and leave you unable to walk. Dislocations are considered a medical emergency and need immediate medical treatment. The quicker the kneecap can be put back into the correct alignment, the better your recovery will be. Any dislocation will require physiotherapy during recovery with the objective of recovering a full range of movement and strengthening the soft tissue in a hope to prevent further dislocations. You will probably use crutches or a knee brace to walk and need to take medication for the pain. For kneecap instability or recurring dislocations, surgery can tighten the soft tissues around the kneecap to help prevent further dislocations. Patella Fracture The kneecap can become fractured, usually as a result of trauma to the knee from a sports injury or even a car accident. Fractures range from hairline fractures that remain aligned and ready to heal to open fractures where the broken bones of the kneecap protrude through the skin. Fractures are painful and will affect your ability to move your leg or walk. Recovering from a fracture may require a leg cast or brace, depending on the type of fracture. Surgery can also be used to remove any loose bone or stabilise the pieces of bone. Book an appointment to treat your Patella Problems in Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster or Worksop. You can also follow us on social media. Our Specialists in Patella Problems Mr. Shankar Thiagarajah Mr. Paul Haslam Mr. Andrew Bruce Enquire Now Find us The Coriel Clinic, 138 Beckett Road, Doncaster DN2 4BA Call us 07946 396194 01302 238291 Email us enquiries@corielortho.com Whats App us 07946396194 Contact us First name* Last name* Email* Phone* Message* Submit Find us The Coriel Clinic, 138 Beckett Road, Doncaster DN2 4BA Call us 07946 396194 01302 238291 Email us enquiries@corielortho.com