DEFINE ARTHROSCOPY

An arthroscopy is a surgical treatment used to diagnose and treat structural issues with your joint that frequently result in discomfort, instability, or other abnormalities. The surgeon works with an arthroscope, a lengthy, narrow tube with a camera and light at the end. Orthopedic surgeons carry out arthroscopic surgery procedures.

DIFFERENT KINDS OF ARTHROSCOPY

Arthroscopy allows surgeons to view joints without needing to make significant incisions. Various arthroscopic procedures include:

• Ankle And Foot Arthroscopy
• Wrist And Hand Arthroscopy
• Hip Arthroscopy
• Elbow Arthroscopy
• Knee Arthroscopy
• Arthroscopy Of The Shoulder

WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF ARTHROSCOPY?

To diagnose and treat a variety of joint, tendon, and ligament issues, including:

• Knee discomfort, instability, and other injuries, such as meniscal and anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears.
• Tendons, cartilage, and ligaments are torn.
• Shoulder impingement, frozen shoulder, dislocations, and rotator cuff tears.
• Foot and ankle arthritis
• Wrist pain, including ganglion cysts, carpal tunnel syndrome, and wrist arthritis.
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WHO REQUIRES AN ARTHROSCOPY?

If you have strained or torn your ligaments, tendons, meniscus, or cartilage, your doctor may advise an arthroscopic treatment. Performing an arthroscopy may be an alternative if nonsurgical treatments do not work like:

• Splints or braces
• Injections of steroids and prescription drugs
• Physical treatment
• Rest

ADVANTAGES OF ARTHROSCOPY

• Outpatient procedure
• Minimally invasive treatment
• Minimal blood loss and scarring
• Less discomfort
• Faster recovery with ease