Surgery
Knee & cruciate ligament surgery
We treat injuries and conditions of the knee, from meniscal tears and cruciate ligament injuries to pain at the lower pole of the kneecap. Knee arthroscopy is part of our surgical services. Together, we decide which treatment is appropriate based on your symptoms and examination findings.
Understanding your health
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These schematic 3D illustrations show affected structures and possible areas of discomfort. Similar symptoms may have different causes; the images do not replace a medical examination.
Knee arthroscopy:
targeted treatment inside the joint.
During knee arthroscopy, we introduce a small camera and fine instruments into the joint through small skin incisions. This allows targeted treatment of suitable conditions, such as certain meniscal tears. Our aim is to preserve as much healthy tissue and knee function as possible.
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Meniscal tears: preserving the tissue that protects your knee
The menisci distribute load within the knee joint. Injuries or degenerative changes may cause pain, swelling or mechanical symptoms. We assess whether the meniscal findings explain your symptoms and whether non-surgical treatment or arthroscopy is appropriate.
If the tear pattern, location and tissue quality allow, meniscal repair may be possible. When repair is unsuitable, a limited removal of damaged tissue may be necessary if clinically indicated. Not every meniscal tear requires surgery.
More about meniscal treatment →Sinding-Larsen-Johansson syndrome
This condition affects the lower pole of the kneecap where the patellar tendon attaches. It mainly occurs in physically active children and adolescents during growth and may cause activity-related pain, for example when jumping or running.
Non-surgical treatment is usually the first approach: adjusting activity and individually tailored physiotherapy. If symptoms persist despite adequate conservative treatment, we reassess the findings. Surgery is considered only in rare, carefully selected cases, for example for persistently painful residual bone fragments. Whether an arthroscopic approach is suitable must be assessed individually.
Cruciate ligament surgery and individual rehabilitation
For cruciate ligament injuries, we consider knee stability, associated injuries and your needs in everyday life and sport. Non-surgical rehabilitation and surgical reconstruction are weighed up individually.
A tailored return to activity is also important after arthroscopy. Rehabilitation after meniscal repair differs from that after partial removal or cruciate ligament reconstruction. Before surgery, we discuss benefits, risks and the planned aftercare with you.
More about cruciate ligament treatment →Explore your treatment options