Osteotomy

  • Waiting Time 1-2 Weeks
  • Typical Stay 1 Night
  • Procedure Time 1 Hour
  • Anaesthetic General
  • Health Insurance No
  • Self-Pay Yes

Why Choose This Treatment?

If you’re dealing with knee alignment issues, Professor Wilson’s advanced osteotomy procedures offers a targeted solution designed to restore proper joint function and relieve pain. Here’s why this treatment could be right for you:

  • 1 Bow-Legged: - Individuals who are bow-legged often experience arthritis-related damage on the inner side of the knee joint. Is left untreated, this misalignment can lead to increased wear and tear on the joint, worsening pain, and reduced mobility. A "high tibial osteotomy" addresses this by realigning the top part of the shin bone, redistributing the weight across the knee. With around 80% of Professor Wilson’s procedures focusing on bow-legged patients, this treatment is highly effective in preventing further joint degeneration, alleviating pain, and improving your overall quality of life.
  • 2 Knock-Kneed: - Those who are knock-kneed may suffer from arthritis-induced damage on the outer side of the knee joint. This misalignment can cause significant discomfort and limit your ability to engage in daily activities. A "femoral osteotomy" corrects this by realigning the bottom part of the thigh bone, ensuring that your body weight is evenly distributed across the knee joint. This not only reduces pain but also helps preserve the integrity of your joint, preventing further deterioration.

Choosing Professor Wilson’s osteotomy surgery means opting for a treatment that directly addresses the root cause of your knee issues. His minimally invasive, computer-aided techniques ensure precise corrections, leading to faster recovery times and long-lasting results. This personalised approach to knee realignment is designed to enhance your joint health and keep you active and pain-free for years to come.

How it works?

Professor Wilson’s pioneering, minimally invasive technique for osteotomy is designed to help patients return to their normal activities as quickly as possible. This advanced procedure is grounded in evidence-based practice, with all surgical outcomes carefully monitored to ensure the best possible results. In many cases, the benefits of this surgery are comparable to those of joint replacement.

  • For Bow-Legged Patients: If you are bow-legged, the surgery involves creating a wedge-shaped cut in the bone, guided by precise measurements taken during a pre-surgery scan. The bone is then gently separated and repositioned to correct the alignment of the leg. A metal plate and pins are used to securely fix the bone in its new position, ensuring that the leg is properly realigned during surgery. This realignment helps to prevent further damage to the knee and promotes long-term joint health.
  • For Knock-Kneed Patients: If you are knock-kneed, the procedure involves making precise cuts into the bone, also based on detailed measurements from a pre-surgery scan. The bone is then repositioned, and plates and pins are used to hold it securely in place. The entire leg is realigned during the surgery to prevent further knee damage and to ensure optimal joint function.

Benefits

When it comes to treating severe knee arthritis, knee replacement surgery is often the go-to option in the UK. However, for younger patients, athletes, and active individuals, there’s a better alternative that preserves more of your natural knee: osteotomy.


Why Choose Osteotomy Over Knee Replacement?

  • Preserve Your Knee, Reduce the Pain: Osteotomy significantly reduces knee pain without the need to remove or replace your knee joint.
  • Enhanced Mobility and Function: Enjoy a better range of movement and improved knee function, allowing you to stay active.
  • Faster Recovery: Get back on your feet and return to your daily activities more quickly compared to normal knee replacement surgery.
  • Stability You Can Trust: Many patients find their knee feels more stable after an osteotomy than it would following a knee replacement.
  • Stay In The Game: Unlike knee replacement, which limits high-impact activities, osteotomy allows you to return to your normal activities, including competitive sports.
  • Keep Your Own Knee: With osteotomy, there’s no need to replace anything—you get to keep your own knee, avoiding the removal of healthy tissue.
    • Long-Term Benefits:
  • Delay or Avoid Knee Replacement: Osteotomy can often delay the need for knee replacement surgery by 10-15 years, and in some cases, it can prevent it altogether.

Recovery & Care

Choosing osteotomy surgery means you’re on the path to not only reducing knee pain but also achieving a quicker, more active recovery. Here’s what you can expect on your journey back to full strength and mobility.

  • 1 Quick Start to Recovery - One of the remarkable advantages of Professor Wilson’s minimally invasive osteotomy technique is how quickly you can begin to reclaim your life. Most patients are able to bear their own weight within just 24 hours after surgery. This early mobility is a crucial part of your recovery, helping to prevent stiffness and maintain muscle strength right from the start.
  • 2 Personalised Rehabilitation Plan - Full rehabilitation typically takes between 6 to 12 weeks, but the process is tailored to your individual needs and goals. Your rehabilitation will begin almost immediately after surgery, with guided exercises designed to restore your knee’s strength, flexibility, and range of motion. These exercises are gradually intensified to ensure a safe and steady progression.
  • 3 Returning to Work - Your ability to return to work will depend on the nature of your job. For most people in less physically demanding roles, returning to work after six weeks is a realistic goal. If your job is highly active or involves manual labour, additional time off or modified duties may be necessary to ensure a full recovery.
  • 4 Support Every Step of the Way - Throughout your recovery, Professor Wilson and his team are committed to providing ongoing support and care. Follow-up appointments will monitor your progress and adjust your rehabilitation plan as needed. Whether you need advice on managing discomfort, guidance on exercises, or reassurance about your progress, you’ll have access to expert care every step of the way.
  • 5 Long-Term Outlook: - The benefits of osteotomy extend well beyond the initial recovery period. By realigning your knee and relieving the pressure on damaged areas, this procedure not only alleviates pain but also helps prevent further joint degeneration. With proper care and rehabilitation, many patients return to their normal activities—including sports—stronger and more confident than before.

Osteotomy offers you a path to recovery that prioritises your long-term joint health, enabling you to return to an active lifestyle without the limitations of chronic knee pain. Your journey doesn’t end with the surgery—it’s just the beginning of a stronger, healthier you.

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Treatment Plans

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    Essential Care Package

  • Pre-operative diagnostics including X-Ray
  • Pre-operative assessment prior to admission
  • Nursing care
  • Catering during your day
  • Operating theatre charges
  • Drugs and dressings
  • Post-operative surgeon consultation
  • Post-Operative routine physio appointment
  • Physio protocol guide
  • 2 week nurse follow-up
  • 6 week consultant follow-up

Testimonials

Listen to real stories, from real patients

From the first time I met Prof. Wilson I felt confident with the information, diagnosis and recommendations he offered. Following his advice I opted to have a high tibial osteotomy on both legs. The first procedure on my left leg was carried out in December 2017 and my right leg procedure was undertaken in September 2018. I am very pleased with the treatment and care Prof. Wilson has provided and the results I have achieved, I was particularly impressed with his personal availability to me had I experienced any concerns post operation.

Kevin Cook

Professor Wilson performed a derotational Osteotomy on my femur in December 2017 and I’ve just had the metal work taken out. I am extremely impressed with everything that he has done and I am now able to return to normal activities with significantly reduced pain! I’m grateful I was able to find out about Professor Wilson’s work, and experience first hand the beneficial results of such treatment.

Mollie Simmons

Professor Wilson carried out a double Osteotomy on my left leg 18 months ago. My leg was bowed and had arthritis due to Cricket and other sports. Before the procedure my knee would be painful and swell up even after a reasonably short walk. Sport was out of the question and I was becoming couch bound. I have to say the surgery has been a complete success, I have just returned from a skiing holiday without pain or a limp and can do 18 holes of Golf without discomfort which was impossible 18 months ago.

Richard Thomas

I had an operation (Tibial Osteotomy) under the supervision of Professor Adrian Wilson. I am very pleased of the care and the professional service received. I am aware of the latest technologies with the procedure I had. My recovery was quick, and no infections. I defenetely recommend Professor Adrian Wilson, if you need a knowledgeable advice or a surgery.

Julia Diaz

FAQs

Most patients stay in the hospital for 1 to 2 days after osteotomy surgery. During this time, your medical team will monitor your recovery, help manage pain, and ensure that you are able to safely bear weight on your leg before you are discharged.

Typically, patients can begin to bear weight on the operated leg within 24 hours, but you will likely need crutches for support for the first 4 to 6 weeks. The timeline for walking without crutches varies depending on individual recovery, but most patients are able to walk unaided within 6 to 8 weeks.

Yes, physical therapy is a crucial part of your recovery process. Starting as soon as the day after surgery, a rehabilitation plan will be developed to help restore strength, flexibility, and range of motion in your knee. Regular physical therapy sessions will continue for several weeks to ensure optimal recovery.

If your job is not physically demanding, you may be able to return to work after about 6 weeks. However, if your job involves manual labour or high levels of activity, you may need more time off or temporary work modifications. Most patients can resume normal daily activities within 6 to 12 weeks, depending on the intensity of those activities.

Osteotomy is designed to delay the need for a knee replacement, and in many cases, it can postpone it by 10 to 15 years. Some patients may eventually require a knee replacement, especially if arthritis progresses or if they experience significant wear and tear on the joint over time.

Post-surgery pain is managed with a combination of medication, including anti-inflammatories and pain relievers. Your anaesthetist will prescribe a pain management plan tailored to your needs. Most patients experience significant pain relief within a few days to weeks as they start rehabilitation and regain strength in the knee.