KNEE AND SHOULDER SURGERY
KNEE AND SHOULDER SURGERY
Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure that uses a camera to look within a joint, rather than opening it completely. Orthopedic surgeons use arthroscopy to diagnose, treat, and repair numerous conditions and diseases that may cause joint pain or mobility problems.
An estimated 80% of orthopedic surgeons practice arthroscopy on their patients. Orthopedists find arthroscopy valuable because it is generally easier on the patient’s body than open surgery and requires a shorter rehabilitation time.
Advantages of Knee and Shoulder Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery The nature of arthroscopic surgery means that the procedure is minimally invasive, usually only requiring a few small incisions.
- Limited Recovery Time The joint is not nearly as exposed during arthroscopic surgery as it is during more invasive procedures, which makes recovery time much shorter because the patient is in less pain and at a much lower risk for infection or other complications. Patients who undergo arthroscopic surgeries tend to take between three and six months before they are able to perform tasks that require heavy physical activity.