Medical Disclaimer
Important terms regarding the clinical information provided on our public educational website.
The information contained on the Lincolnshire Knee Clinic website is for general educational and informational purposes only.
1. No Medical Advice
The website content (including symptoms, conditions, treatments, injections, educational articles, and blog posts) is not intended to be, and must not be taken as, professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or clinical assessment. No patient-clinician relationship is established by reading this website.
2. Seek Professional Clinical Consultation
You should always obtain professional medical advice from a qualified orthopaedic consultant or other healthcare provider regarding any symptoms, diagnoses, or personal treatment decisions. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of information read on this website.
3. Emergency and Urgent Care
Lincolnshire Knee Clinic does not provide emergency medical assessments or treatment. If you think you may have a medical emergency, or are experiencing severe pain, infection symptoms, or post-surgical concerns, you must call 999 or contact NHS 111 immediately, or attend your nearest hospital emergency department.
Clinical Governance Information
Reviewed by: Mr Ricardo J Pacheco, FRCS (Tr & Orth)
Last reviewed: July 2026