ACL surgery abroad
From £3,452 at accredited European hospitals
Get the right ACL treatment for you
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the main stabilising ligaments in the knee. It connects the shinbone to the thighbone and controls rotation and forward movement of the lower leg. ACL tears most commonly occur during sports that involve sudden changes of direction, pivoting or deceleration, and can cause significant knee instability.
Two surgical treatments are available through My Medical Gateway at accredited European hospitals: ACL repair, which preserves the original ligament, and ACL reconstruction, which replaces it with a tendon graft. Select a procedure below to see full clinical information, hospital options and pricing.
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) repair
ACL repair surgery preserves and reattaches your natural anterior cruciate ligament after a tear, rather than replacing it with a tendon graft. It is suitable for specific tear types where the ligament remains healthy enough to heal and the tear is located near the bone attachment. Because the original ligament is preserved, recovery may be faster than after reconstruction, with return to sport commonly around 6 to 9 months.
From £3,655
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction
ACL reconstruction surgery replaces a torn anterior cruciate ligament with a tendon graft taken from elsewhere in the body or from a donor, rebuilding knee stability and allowing a return to sport and physical activity. It is the most widely performed surgical treatment for ACL tears and is suitable for complete tears and injuries not appropriate for direct repair. Return to sport typically takes 9 to 12 months following rehabilitation.
From £3,452
Why choose My Medical Gateway for ACL surgery?
My Medical Gateway works with a carefully selected group of accredited European hospitals offering both ACL repair and ACL reconstruction. Every hospital has been assessed for clinical quality and safety before being made available to patients.
Many patients face NHS waits of 40 to 60 weeks or more for ACL surgery. For active patients and athletes, a prolonged wait also carries a risk of further damage to the knee as the unstable joint accumulates additional injury. My Medical Gateway provides faster access to specialist treatment at accredited European hospitals.
FAQs
Yes. It is common for an ACL tear to occur alongside a meniscus injury, as the forces that damage the ACL often affect the meniscus at the same time. Where both injuries are present, the surgeon may address them in the same operation or as staged procedures, depending on the nature and severity of each injury. Your specialist will assess both injuries at consultation and plan your treatment accordingly.
Yes. Being on an NHS waiting list does not prevent you from seeking private treatment abroad. Many patients choose to have their procedure through My Medical Gateway while remaining registered with their NHS Trust. You should inform your GP that you have had surgery abroad so that any follow-up care, including physiotherapy, can be arranged on your return.
Yes. Physiotherapy is one of the most important factors in a successful outcome after both ACL repair and reconstruction. You will begin rehabilitation during your hospital stay and should arrange to continue with a structured programme with a physiotherapist on your return to the UK. The length and intensity of the rehabilitation programme depends on which procedure you have had and your individual progress.
