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Specialist Knee Care for Children and Young Athletes

Expert assessment and evidence-led care for ACL, meniscal and ligament injuries in children and adolescents.

Whether your child has experienced a sudden sporting injury or has ongoing knee symptoms, our specialists can help you understand the problem and determine the most appropriate next steps.

About Us

Dedicated to the Care of Young and Developing Knees

The Paediatric Sports Knee Clinic is a specialist private clinic for children and adolescents with sports-related knee injuries and conditions.

Led by specialist knee surgeons Dave Duffy and Nick London, the clinic provides expert assessment and evidence-led care for ACL, meniscal, ligament and other knee injuries affecting young people.

We recognise that growing patients have different physical and emotional needs from adults. Our approach considers the injury, the young person’s stage of development, their activity level and their long-term knee health, giving families clear information and a considered path forward.

Clarity When You Need It Most

Clear Answers When Your Child Has a Knee Injury

A knee injury can be worrying for both a young person and their family. You may be unsure how serious the injury is, whether it will affect their growth or when they will be able to return to the activities they enjoy.

The Paediatric Sports Knee Clinic provides specialist assessment for children and adolescents with sports-related knee injuries. We take the time to understand what happened, explain the diagnosis clearly and help your family make an informed decision about the next steps.

Our Clinical Focus

Specialist Care for Young and Developing Knees

We assess and treat a range of knee injuries and conditions affecting active children and adolescents.

Condition Overview

ACL Injuries

ACL injuries can cause pain, swelling and instability, making it difficult for a young person to continue participating in sport. Specialist assessment is important because treatment must consider the injury alongside the child's stage of growth.

Why Specialist Care Matters

Young Knees Are Still Growing

Knee injuries in children and adolescents can require a different approach from those in adults. Because their bones and growth plates are still developing, seeking specialist care can help families receive an accurate assessment and guidance suited to the young person’s needs.

Specialist care considers:

  • Developing bones and growth plates

  • The type and extent of the injury

  • Physical and emotional wellbeing

  • Activity levels and sporting goals

  • Safe recovery and return to sport

  • Long-term knee health

What to Expect

Individual Care, Guided by Evidence

There is no single treatment approach that is right for every young person. We begin by developing a clear understanding of the injury and how it is affecting your child.

Our Clinical Team

Specialist Experience You Can Trust

Together, Dave Duffy and Prof Nick London provide considered, evidence-led care for young patients with ACL, meniscal, ligament and other sports-related knee injuries, recognising that each child is different and that treatment decisions must account for both the injury and the needs of the growing patient.

Dave Duffy

Dave Duffy

Specialist knee surgeon, expert assessment and individual care for knee injuries and conditions.

Nick London

Prof. Nick London

Specialist knee surgeon, sports injuries, ACL care and injury prevention in young people.

Patient Experiences

Trusted by Young Patients and Their Families

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Concerned About Your Child’s Knee?

If your child is experiencing persistent knee pain, swelling, instability or difficulty returning to sport, specialist guidance can help you understand what may be wrong and what to do next.

Contact the Paediatric Sports Knee Clinic to arrange an assessment and receive clear, considered advice about the appropriate next steps.

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