Mr Simon Mellor

Mr Mellor provides comprehensive care for a wide range of hip and knee disorders, including:

• Osteoarthritis and degenerative joint disease
• Sports injuries and ligament damage
• Meniscal injuries and cartilage defects
• Patellofemoral disorders (kneecap pain and instability)
• Hip and knee pain affecting mobility and quality of life

He is particularly experienced in advanced joint replacement techniques, including the use of:

• Computer-assisted navigation for knee replacement surgery
• Patient-specific instrumentation (“custom jigs”)
• Anterior approach muscle-sparing hip replacement, which can support faster recovery and reduced post-operative discomfort

Surgical Treatments

Mr Mellor offers a full range of modern orthopaedic procedures, including:

• Total hip replacement, including minimally invasive anterior (muscle-sparing) approach
• Revision hip replacement surgery
• Total and partial knee replacement (arthroplasty)
• Revision knee replacement surgery
• Knee arthroscopy (keyhole surgery)
  • Meniscal repair
  • Cartilage repair procedures
  • Ligament reconstruction (e.g. ACL surgery)
• Patellofemoral surgery, including treatment for kneecap instability and dislocation
• Knee realignment osteotomy

Non-Surgical and Regenerative Treatments

In addition to surgery, Mr Mellor offers non-operative and regenerative treatments, including:

• Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections for early osteoarthritis and joint pain
• Personalised rehabilitation programmes, with a focus on accelerated recovery after joint replacement

Approach to Patient Care

Mr Mellor is known for his clear, patient-focused communication, ensuring individuals fully understand their condition and the available treatment options. He is passionate about delivering tailored care plans that align with each patient’s lifestyle, goals, and expectations.

He adopts a holistic, multidisciplinary approach, combining clinical expertise, advanced surgical techniques, and optimised rehabilitation strategies to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Mr Mellor is actively involved in orthopaedic education and training, lecturing and teaching both locally and nationally. His commitment to ongoing education ensures his practice remains aligned with the latest innovations and evidence-based techniques in hip and knee surgery.