Expert care for knee injuries, from a surgeon who operates only when it helps
A knee injury, a twist on the pitch, a fall, a sudden giving-way, needs the right assessment fast, from someone who can both rehabilitate it and operate on it. Dr Arj Imbuldeniya is a consultant knee surgeon in London who treats the full range of acute and sports knee injuries, guided by a simple rule: Biology-first. Surgery-last.
Knee injuries treated
- ACL & ligament tears, reconstruction including female ACL with enhanced fixation, and revision ACL.
- Meniscus (cartilage) tears, repair and keyhole surgery, preserving as much meniscus as possible.
- Cartilage injuries, advanced joint-preserving options.
- Patellar (kneecap) instability & dislocation.
- Sports & running knee injuries, assessment and a route back to activity.
When should you see a knee injury specialist?
If your knee gave way, locked, swelled rapidly, or won’t bear weight, or pain hasn’t settled in two weeks, get it assessed. Early diagnosis protects the joint and widens your options.
Free 60-second assessment
How old are your knees?
Your knees have a biological age, and it is often not the age on your passport. Of the people who have taken this test, 55 per cent found their knees were older than they are, and one in eight by ten years or more. Sixty seconds, free, and you get one number and the single change that would take the most years off it.
Find my Knee Age, free →Surgery only when it’s the right answer
Many knee injuries recover without an operation. Some genuinely need one, and delay causes harm. Because Dr Arj operates regularly, he can tell which is which, and won’t operate on a knee that doesn’t need it.
Frequently asked questions
Do all knee injuries need surgery? No, many settle with the right rehabilitation and targeted treatment; surgery is recommended only when it is the right answer for your knee.
How soon should I be seen after a knee injury? Rapid giving-way, locking, immediate swelling or inability to weight-bear warrant prompt assessment.
Do you treat sports injuries? Yes, ACL, meniscus, cartilage and kneecap injuries, with a focus on returning safely to activity.
Watch: ACL & meniscus repair
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