Sports Injuries

title

Whether you’re an elite athlete or a weekend social sports person, injuries can be frustrating and limiting. I help active people recover from joint and soft tissue injuries with a tailored approach combining precise diagnostics, evidence-based treatment, and a clear return-to-sport strategy.

Common Sports Injuries I Treat

I see sports-related injuries across all activity levels and age groups, including:

  • ACL and PCL tears

  • Meniscal tears

  • Cartilage defects or damage

  • Patellar dislocations or instability

  • Muscle or tendon ruptures

  • Overuse injuries (e.g. runner’s/jumper’s knee, tendonitis)
  • Recurrent sprains or joint instability

These injuries often affect the knee, hip, or surrounding soft tissues—and are most common in sports like football, skiing, rugby, running, tennis, and cycling.

Treatment Options

Every injury and every athlete is different. Depending on your goals and the severity of your condition, I offer both surgical and non-surgical options:

Surgical

  • ACL / MCL / MPFL Reconstruction
  • Meniscus Repair or Removal (arthroscopic)
  • Cartilage Restoration (transplant or biologic techniques)
  • Realignment surgery (for instability)
  • Keyhole procedures for diagnosis and treatment

Non-Surgical

  • Image-guided joint injections (cortisone, PRP, hyaluronic acid)
  • Rehab-based treatment plans
  • Referral to specialist sports physiotherapists
  • Extra-corporeal shockwave therapy
  • Bracing or taping techniques
  • Load management and return-to-play protocols

My Approach to Athlete Care

My Approach to Athlete Care

“Having played competitive sport myself, I understand the physical and mental toll of injury. My job is to get you safely back to the activities you love—with a strong, confident joint and a clear plan.”

I work closely with physiotherapists, strength and conditioning coaches and club doctors to coordinate care for athletes. If you’re not a professional athlete, you still benefit from that same level of structured, personalised care.

Non-Surgical Options

Non-Surgical Options

Surgery isn’t always the first or best option.

I also offer:

  • Image-guided steroid or hyaluronic acid injections
  • Specialist physiotherapy referrals
  • Knee bracing or activity modification
  • Diagnostic imaging and joint assessments

What to Expect

What to Expect

  1. Initial Consultation
    • Clinical exam and review of any imaging
    • Goal setting: sport, timeline, risk tolerance
  2. Diagnosis & Treatment Plan
    • Tailored to your level of sport and recovery timeline
  3. If Surgery is Required
    • Detailed explanation, imaging, risks, and rehab planning
  4. Return to Play
    • Rehab timeline tailored to your sport
    • Objective criteria (strength, stability, confidence) used to guide safe return

Timelines (Typical)

Timelines (Typical)

Injury Return to Sport
ACL Reconstruction 9–12 months
Meniscus Repair 2–3 months
Cartilage Surgery 3–9 months (varies by method)
Injections + Rehab 2–6 weeks
Patellar Instability Surgery 4-6 months

Every recovery is individual—we’ll guide you through your specific path.

Athlete Feedback

I went to see Mr Millington for a second opinion for my torn ACL. He put me at ease instantly and explained everything to me about my injury in a ‘human way’. I’ve had 2 surgeries with him and he has taken good care of me. He’s also very polite and easy to talk to and didn’t make me feel rushed. It helps that he has also torn his ACL so I knew that he understood my problem from a doctor and a patient point of view.

Patient seen for:

ACL Reconstruction

Not Sure If You Need Surgery?

Many sports injuries can be treated without an operation. I’ll help you explore all options—honestly and thoroughly—so you can decide with confidence.