What is arthroscopic surgery?
Also known as arthroscopy, it is a minimally invasive procedure that lets orthopaedic surgeons see, diagnose, and treat problems inside your joint and is carried out by making a small incision around it.
In contrast to the large incision associated with traditional open surgery and due to its less invasive nature, arthroscopy has a lower risk of infection, lesser pain, and lower chance of bleeding, resulting to a shorter recovery time for you.
How is it done?
Arthroscopy is usually performed as an outpatient procedure and is done using a pencil-sized camera, called arthroscope, that contains a lens and a lighting system.
When placed through a small incision into the joint, it enables the orthopedic surgeon to see inside the joint and accurately diagnose its problems.
In addition, thin surgical instruments can be inserted into the joint to immediately treat and correct any issues. Today, arthroscopic surgery is one of the most common orthopedic procedures.