Orthopaedics
What is orthopaedics?
Orthopaedics is the branch of medicine that focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing conditions that affect your bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. These structures support your movement, maintain posture, and provide stability.
If you're struggling with joint pain, stiffness, reduced mobility, or an injury, orthopaedic treatments can help restore movement and reduce discomfort. At Get Well Soon, you can access leading orthopaedic consultants quickly, without long waiting times.
Common symptoms that may require orthopaedic treatment
You may need to see an orthopaedic specialist if you're experiencing any of the following symptoms:
- Joint pain or swelling – common in the knees, hips, shoulders, or hands
- Stiffness and reduced movement – difficulty bending, straightening, or rotating a joint
- Clicking, popping, or grinding sensations – often a sign of cartilage damage or arthritis
- Joint instability or weakness – feeling like a joint may "give way"
- Nerve pain, tingling, or numbness – particularly in your hands, feet, or limbs
- Pain after an injury – that doesn’t improve with rest or physiotherapy
- Difficulty walking or standing – due to chronic pain or joint problems
If any of these symptoms are affecting your daily life, getting an early diagnosis and the right treatment can prevent further damage and improve your quality of life.
How are orthopaedic conditions diagnosed?
Your orthopaedic consultant will carry out a full assessment to identify the cause of your symptoms. This usually includes:
Physical examination
- Checking your range of motion, strength, and joint stability
- Identifying pain points, swelling, and inflammation
Imaging tests
- X-rays – detect fractures, arthritis, and joint damage
- MRI scans – assess soft tissue injuries, ligament tears, and cartilage problems
- CT scans – provide detailed images of your bones and joints
- Ultrasound – used for tendon injuries, inflammation, and soft tissue conditions
Joint fluid analysis
- If you have joint swelling, your doctor may take a sample of fluid to test for infection, gout, or inflammation
Once you have a clear diagnosis, your consultant will discuss treatment options that best suit your needs.
Orthopaedic treatments and procedures we offer
At Get Well Soon, you have access to a wide range of non-surgical and surgical orthopaedic treatments, depending on your condition and lifestyle.
Joint injections for pain relief
- Knee joint injections
- Shoulder joint injections
- Hip joint injections
Arthroscopy (keyhole surgery)
- Knee arthroscopy – for cartilage damage, ligament tears, and meniscus injuries
- Shoulder arthroscopy – for rotator cuff repairs and impingement syndrome
Joint replacement surgery
- Knee replacement (partial & total) – for advanced arthritis and joint damage
- Hip replacement – for osteoarthritis and degenerative joint disease
- Shoulder replacement – for severe arthritis and chronic pain
Sports injury surgery
- ACL reconstruction – for knee ligament injuries
- Rotator cuff repair – for shoulder tendon injuries
- Meniscus repair – for torn cartilage in the knee
Hand and wrist surgery
- Carpal tunnel release – for nerve compression in the wrist
- Dupuytren’s contracture surgery – to restore hand movement
- Trigger finger release – for locked or painful fingers
Your orthopaedic consultant will create a treatment plan that works best for you, whether that means pain relief injections, keyhole surgery, or joint replacement.
Why choose Get Well Soon for orthopaedic treatment?
- Fast access to expert consultants – no long waiting lists
- Personalised treatment plans – tailored to your condition and lifestyle
- Highly skilled orthopaedic surgeons – working in leading UK hospitals
- Complete support – from consultation to surgery and recovery
At Get Well Soon, we make private healthcare simple. Whether you need pain relief, keyhole surgery, or a full joint replacement, we’re here to help every step of the way.
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If you're experiencing joint pain, mobility issues, or an injury, don’t wait for treatment. Get fast access to top orthopaedic consultants and take the first step towards pain relief and improved movement.