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Cape Knee Clinic – Dr. Hayden Hobbs, Orthopaedic Knee Surgeon

About Cape Knee Clinic

At Cape Knee Clinic, Dr. Hayden Hobbs provides comprehensive care for a wide range of knee conditions, specialising in both conservative treatments and advanced surgical solutions. With a deep passion for sports and an active lifestyle, Dr. Hobbs focuses on treating knee injuries across all age groups, emphasising both rehabilitation and surgery when necessary.

Dr. Hobbs graduated from the University of Cape Town Medical School in 1999 and went on to complete his specialist orthopaedic training in South Africa, obtaining the FC Orth (SA) qualification and an MMed Orth from the University of Cape Town in 2009. His expertise was further developed through prestigious fellowships with leaders in the field, such as Dr Willem van der Merwe in Cape Town, Professor Johan Bellemans in Belgium, and Professor Philippe Neyret in France. These experiences enhanced his skills in arthroscopic, reconstructive, and degenerative knee surgery.

Dr. Hobbs is an active member of the South African Knee Society and has served as the President from 2017 to 2019. He is currently a consultant knee surgeon at Groote Schuur Hospital and is actively involved in training registrars, as well as contributing to research in the field.

Services Offered

Comprehensive Knee Care

Dr. Hobbs offers a wide range of services for knee problems, using both conservative and surgical treatments, tailored to the individual needs of each patient. His services include:

Conservative Treatment

• Physiotherapy: An integral part of the rehabilitation process, helping to manage knee pain and restore function.
• Biokinetics: For injury prevention and rehabilitation.
• Orthotics: Custom-designed supports to improve alignment and reduce pain.
• Dietary Advice: Assistance with nutrition to support joint health and overall well-being.

Knee Surgery

Dr. Hobbs performs arthroscopic surgery (keyhole surgery) for minimal disruption to tissues and quicker recovery. He also offers more complex open surgeries when necessary, including:

• ACL Reconstruction: Repairing the anterior cruciate ligament, often needed after sports injuries.
• Knee Replacement Surgery: For advanced arthritis and joint degeneration.
• Meniscal Repairs: Repairing or removing damaged cartilage in the knee.

Sports-Specific Knee Treatments

As an avid sportsman himself, Dr. Hobbs has a particular interest in sports-related knee injuries. He understands the demands of sports and strives to return patients to their previous level of activity. Some of the sports-related conditions treated include:

• Knee Ligament Injuries (such as ACL tears)
• Patellar Dislocations
• Meniscal Injuries

Dr. Hobbs’ approach is comprehensive, focusing on the biological healing process and using a multi-disciplinary team for optimal results.

Additional Information

Expertise in Sports-Related Knee Surgery

Dr. Hobbs has worked with athletes from various sports, which enhances his ability to treat knee injuries in active individuals. He is passionate about maintaining patients’ sports activity and integrating this into their rehabilitation.

Private Practice and Affiliations

Dr. Hobbs’ private practice is based at Life Orthopaedic Hospital at Vincent Pallotti, in association with the Sports Science Orthopaedic Clinic and the Sports Science Institute of South Africa. In addition, he is a consultant knee surgeon at Groote Schuur Hospital, where he co-heads the Knee Unit and contributes to research and training.