Ligament Injury Treatment

Ligament treatments aim to restore strength, flexibility, and stability to joints following injury, strain, or chronic degeneration.

At a glance

About

Ligament issues often result from acute trauma, repetitive strain, or age-related degeneration.

Effective
Referrals

Not Needed

Booking

Instant-book option available

Cost
  • Lincolnshire £ 9,000

Nature of ligament treatment

Ligament treatment focuses on stabilising and healing the damaged connective tissue that supports the joint. Techniques aim to reduce inflammation, promote tissue regeneration, and restore the ligament’s strength and elasticity. Depending on the case, this may involve physical therapy, image-guided injections, or minimally invasive procedures to accelerate natural healing and avoid surgical repair.

Common Causes of Ligament Injury

Ligament injuries are commonly linked to:

Sports trauma: Sudden twisting, impact, or overextension during high-impact activities.

Falls: Landing awkwardly can overstretch or tear ligaments, especially around the knee or ankle.

Repetitive strain: Ongoing stress on joints from overuse or poor movement patterns can weaken ligament tissue over time.

Age-related degeneration: Ligaments lose elasticity with age, becoming more prone to injury.

Previous injury: Incomplete recovery from earlier ligament damage can lead to chronic instability.

Diagnosing suitability for ligament treatment

A full clinical assessment is required to determine suitability for ligament treatment. Symptoms such as joint pain, instability, swelling, or weakness are common indicators. Your clinician may perform physical tests to assess ligament laxity, followed by imaging such as MRI or ultrasound to evaluate the extent of damage. Suitability depends on the severity, chronicity, and location of the injury, as well as your overall health and activity level.

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Treatment overview

Ligament treatments are focused on reducing inflammation, supporting natural healing, and restoring joint function. Depending on the severity of the injury, options may include guided injections, physical therapy, or advanced regenerative approaches. These treatments target the damaged ligament tissue directly to improve recovery time, reduce pain, and enhance long-term joint stability without the need for surgery in many cases.

Ligaments are strong bands of connective tissue that stabilise joints and allow smooth movement. When injured or overstretched, they can become painful, weak, or unstable—affecting mobility and increasing the risk of further damage.

Benefits

Supports ligament healing and repair

Reduces joint pain and instability

Minimally invasive options available

Can prevent progression to chronic injury

May reduce need for surgical intervention

How to Pay

We offer a range of flexible payment options to make your treatment experience smooth and stress-free.

Paying for Yourself (Preferred Option)

Most patients choose to self-fund their treatment. We accept:

Instalment Plans

We’ve partnered with GoCardless to offer interest-free instalment options. You can easily set up a Direct Debit to spread the cost of your treatment over time.

Finance Options

Looking for a financing plan? You can apply through Kandoo, our trusted finance partner.

Private Medical Insurance (Limited Availability)

We work with a small number of approved insurance providers. However, due to restrictions from many insurers, not all treatments are covered. Please check with your insurer and speak to our team before booking to avoid disappointment.

The booking process

Online booking/call

Use our Calendly to book an initial consultation, or give us a call.

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Consult

If you are a new patient, our doctors might arrange a consultation before treatment.

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Treatment

You will be booked in for treatment.

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Follow up

Our doctors might arrange a follow-up consultation, to check your response to treatment.

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Discharge

Once your doctor is happy with your recovery, you will be discharged. After discharge, we are always here for further questions or support, should you need it.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do ligament injuries happen?

Ligament injuries often occur due to sudden twisting, overextension, or direct trauma during sports or physical activity.

Many ligament injuries can be treated without surgery using conservative or regenerative options, depending on severity.

Recovery time varies based on the ligament involved and treatment used, ranging from a few weeks to several months.

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