Procedures
At the Winelands Knee Clinic I aim to optimise the care of my patients, getting the best possible functional outcomes. I work closely with the local physiotherapists and biokineticists to ensure optimal non-operative management and to enhance recovery following knee surgeries.
Surgical procedures commonly performed include:
Arthroscopy
A minimally invasive procedure that involves inserting a camera into the knee to diagnose and treat joint issues, reducing both recovery time and the risks associated with open surgery.
Multi-Ligament Knee Surgery
Designed for severe knee injuries, this complex surgery involves repairing or reconstructing multiple knee ligaments to restore stability and function.
Patella Dislocation Surgery
This surgery corrects a dislocated kneecap, aiming to improve the alignment and stability of the patella and reduce the likelihood of future dislocations.
Patella Problems
Treatments may involve surgical and non-surgical approaches to address pain and instability of the kneecap, enhancing joint mechanics.
Total Knee Replacements
Involves replacing the entire knee joint with artificial components, typically recommended for patients with advanced joint disease to alleviate pain, improve mobility and function.
Partial Knee Replacements
A less extensive form of knee replacement that involves replacing only one part of the knee joint, preserving as much of the natural knee as possible, with faster recovery and fewer complications than a total knee replacement.
Joint Preserving Surgery
Focuses on surgical interventions that delay the need for a total knee replacement, often involving techniques to repair or regenerate cartilage, and improve knee alignment and stability.
Meniscus Repairs
Surgery to repair torn meniscus tissue, aiming to relieve pain and restore stability to the knee joint.
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Chondral Surgery
Addresses damage to the cartilage surfaces of the joint, involving techniques to stimulate the growth of new cartilage.
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Revision Knee Replacement
For patients with previous knee replacements, this procedure involves replacing old prosthetic parts to improve function and reduce pain.
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Posterior Cruciate Ligament Surgery
This reconstructive surgery focuses on the ligament located at the back of the knee, helping to restore its stability and function.
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Anterior Cruciate Ligament Surgery
A common surgery to repair or reconstruct the ACL, which is crucial for stabilizing the knee during movement, allowing for a return to function and sport.
Profile
Dr David North
MBChB (UCT), FCS (Orth), MMed (UCT)
David is currently the President of the South African Knee Society, the Section Editor for Arthroplasty and Knees at the South African Orthopaedic Journal, a member of the European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery & Arthroscopy (ESSKA), a member of the International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery & Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (ISAKOS) and a member of the South African Orthopaedic Association. David is involved in the training of Orthopaedics registrars at Stellenbosch University.
David completed his specialist training in Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Cape Town in 2016, graduating with a FCS and a MMED in Orthopaedic Surgery. Following this he completed fellowships in knee surgery with two of the United Kingdom’s leading knee surgeons, Andrew Porteous and Jonathan Eldridge.
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