Tailored Care for Hip & Knee Conditions

Personalised Treatment

Living with a hip or knee problem can be frustrating. Though your experience with constant pain, stiffness, lack of mobility, or other symptoms is unique to you, Dr Eardley-Harris can help find the right path to reach your goals.

Conditions Treated

Hip Dysplasia in Infants

A condition leading to loss of conformity between the ball and the socket of the hip joint at birth or during infancy.

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Hip Dysplasia in Adolescents and Adults

Loss of conformity between the ball and the socket of the hip joint, secondary to malalignment, often presenting as pain

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Acetabular Retroversion

Abnormally backward rotation of the hip socket, often causing pain, weakness, stiffness & dysfunction of the hip.

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Hip Arthritis

A wearing down or degeneration of the cartilage in the hip joint, leading to pain and dysfunction.

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Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI)

A condition where the bones of the hip joint have an abnormal shape, causing them to have abnormal contact.

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Labral Tears

A tear or damage to the labrum or cartilage tissue ring around the rim of the socket of the hip.

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Knee Arthritis

A wearing down or degeneration of the cartilage in the knee joint, leading to pain and dysfunction.

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Meniscal Tears

A tear or damage to the menisci or special C-shaped cartilage rings in the knee.

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Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Rupture

A tear in the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) after injury, leading to instability of the knee.

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Patellar Instability

Partial or full dislocation of the patella or kneecap from its normal position in the groove of the femur.

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Perthes Disease

A condition affecting growing children where the blood supply to the hip joint is disrupted, causing the bone to deteriorate.

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Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphyses

A slipping or separation of the growth plate of the hip from its normal position.

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Surgeries Offered

Total Hip Replacement Surgery

Replace a damaged or diseased hip joint with a prosthesis to relieve pain, improve hip function and restore mobility.

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Hip Arthroscopy (Keyhole Surgery)

Minimally invasive keyhole surgery to diagnose and treat problems with the hip joint, especially labral tears.

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Hip Dysplasia Treatment

Surgery to treat hip dysplasia in all ages by reducing deformity and realigning the joint.

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Hip Preservation Surgery

A subset of surgery aimed at reducing pain and restoring function, preserving the native hip rather than total hip replacement.

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Periacetabular Osteotomy (PAO)

A surgical procedure which involves cutting and repositioning the bones around the hip joint to improve the alignment and stability of the joint.

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Knee Replacement Surgery

Replacement of damaged or worn-out portions of the knee joint with a prosthesis to relieve pain, improve function and restore mobility.

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Knee Arthroscopy (Keyhole Surgery)

Minimally invasive keyhole surgery to visualise, diagnose and treat a variety of knee conditions, most commonly a torn meniscus.

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ACL Reconstruction Surgery

Surgery to replace the damaged or ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) with a new graft through minimally invasive techniques.

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Partial Knee Replacement

Partial replacement of only the damaged portions of the knee joint with a prosthesis.

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Patella Stabilisation Surgery

Surgery to treat recurrent patellar dislocations, subluxations or abnormal tracking and pain.

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Robotic Surgery

Orthopaedic procedures using advanced robotic systems with real-time imaging and feedback for greater accuracy and precision.

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Meet Nathan

Adult & Paediatric Hip and Knee Surgeon

Dr Nathan Eardley-Harris has experience in providing care for patients throughout the entire spectrum of life

As an Australian-trained Orthopaedic Surgeon based in Adelaide, South Australia specialising in hip and knee surgery covering very young children to the elderly and everyone in-between, Nathan offers personalised care to help patients find the best outcomes in every unique condition.

He has subspecialty, post-fellowship training in hip preservation surgery and joint replacement, including robotic & technology-assisted surgery across all approaches, including the direct anterior approach. Through compassion, communication, collaboration & competence, Nathan aims to build patient-surgeon trust, helping you understand your condition and the options available to empower you to make better treatment decisions toward your personal recovery goals. With stronger, better-informed patient-surgeon relationships, evidence-based surgical techniques and the latest assistive technology, Nathan aims to provide patients with the best possible care.

My Approach

Personalised Care

Your condition, goals and challenges are unique to you, and your management should reflect that. There is no one-size-fits-all method for treatment - your care is tailored to your situation.

Evidence-based, Modern Technology

With the latest technology including robotics and 3D personalised planning to support evidence-proven surgical techniques, you get accurate, precise results. If surgery is necessary, it’s customised to your situation.

Collaboration With Professionals

See the right team of elite health professionals, hand-selected to provide you with the best outcomes given your condition, rehabilitation & goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of patients is Dr Nathan Eardley-Harris specialised in?

Dr Eardley-Harris sees all patients of all ages with hip, knee and trauma issues. Uninsured, self-funded and privately insured patients can see him at Sportsmed SA. Workcover and third-party insured patients are seen on a case-by-case basis. Public patients can be seen at the Royal Adelaide Hospital, Flinders Medical Centre, or the Woman's and Children's Hospital.

Do I need a GP referral to see Dr Nathan Eardley-Harris?

You will need a referral from either a GP or a specialist to see Dr Eardley-Harris to meet to the requirements for a Medicare rebate.

Am I too young or too old for treatment?

Dr Eardley-Harris treats patients and has experience with patients of all ages. There is no one too young or too old for treatment, and Dr Eardley-Harris is experienced in providing tailored treatment plans to meet your personal goals.

Where does Dr Nathan Eardley-Harris consult?

Dr Eardley-Harris consults at multiple locations around Adelaide.
He consults privately at:

Sportsmed Stepney Healthcare Hub
Sportsmed Morphett Vale
Summit Health Centre Mt Barker

He has public appointments at:

Royal Adelaide Hospital
Women’s and Children’s Hospital
Flinders Medical Centre
Noarlunga Health Service

Tailored Care for Hip & Knee Conditions

Conditions Treated

Surgeries Offered

Meet Nathan

My Approach

Frequently Asked Questions

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