Speciality: Knee

Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction (MPLR)

The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital is a leader in diagnosing and treating knee problems.

With RNOH Private Care, you can access top specialists who treat knee issues, including sports injuries, accidents, and arthritis.

The medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) helps stabilise the patella (kneecap), attaching it to the upper third of the patella and the inner part of the femur (thigh bone). This ligament prevents the patella from moving sideways and dislocating.

MPFL reconstruction is often recommended for patients with persistent patellar instability. MPFL tears can occur due to traumatic dislocation (e.g., during a sports tackle) or atraumatic dislocation caused by ligament laxity or reduced thigh muscle strength. While some patients can manage with a focused rehabilitation programme, reconstruction may be necessary if instability symptoms continue.

 

Procedure

MPFL reconstruction restores knee stability without affecting other joint functions. This procedure may use a graft from:

  • Autograft: Tissue from the patient, such as the patella tendon, hamstrings, or Achilles tendon.
  • Allograft: Donor tissue, typically from a cadaver.

After MPFL reconstruction, patients can expect:

  • Improved knee stability
  • Better function and mobility
  • Reduced pain
  • Full recovery of function and return to previous levels of sport
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How can I pay for treatment?

01Insured patients

We have contracts with the majority of insurers to cover the costs of your treatment. Before you attend either an outpatient appointment or being admitted to RNOH Private Care you must get authorisation from your insurer.

You will need to check with them your policy limits or restrictions and whether RNOH Private Care is in their chosen network of hospitals. Please ensure you have all the relevant details regarding your insurance, including your membership or policy number, when having any contact with our team.

Please be aware that you will be responsible for costs not covered by your insurance policy, such as any medication or equipment you are given to go home with. Our team will discuss these with you.

02Self Pay patients

More information for Self Pay patients is available here

03Third Party Sponsorship

Patients must provide an original signed letter from their sponsor which clearly outlines their acceptance of responsibility for payment of the patient’s account.  This must be received and agreed by RNOH Private Care prior to the appointment or admission date.

04Embassy Sponsorship

RNOH Private Care has excellent relationships with embassies. If you are a government sponsored patient your embassy will need to issue a letter of guarantee to cover the cost of your treatment. We must receive this letter before your appointment date to enable treatment to go ahead.

05Cheques and Credit/Debit Card

All payments must be made in pounds sterling (£).

  • Personal Cheques and Bankers Drafts should be made payable to ‘Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust’. Personal cheques can only be accepted if received in advance in order for the funds to be cleared.
  • We accept all major credit cards, however, we are unable to accept Diners or Amex.
  • Outstanding accounts are monitored and reviewed regularly.

06What are your terms & conditions?

Information about our Terms and Conditions is available here.

Your path to accessing our services starts with a simple step – contacting us.

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New patient & referrals
+44 (0)20 8909 5114

Email
rnoh.pcenquiries@nhs.net

All other enquiries
+44 (0)20 3947 0049