Arthroscopic Surgery

Arthroscopic surgery refers to a minimally invasive medical procedure that is used to diagnose and treat joint problems such as torn cartilage, joint inflammation, and joint damage. In this procedure, a thin, lighted telescope-like device called an arthroscope is inserted into the joint through a small incision. Images of the inside of the joint are then transmitted to a monitor, allowing the surgeon to diagnose and perform repairs. By using arthroscopic surgery, doctors can often avoid the need for more extensive and invasive open surgery. This decrease in surgical trauma can lead to faster recovery times, less pain, and a lower risk of infection and complications. Arthroscopic surgery is one of the most common orthopaedic procedures and is used to treat a variety of conditions in the shoulder, knee, wrist, elbow, and ankle.