Arthroscopy is a surgical procedure doctors use to look at, diagnose, and treat problems inside a joint. It’s a minor surgery and is done on an outpatient basis, which means you can go home the same day. Your doctor may recommend it if you have inflammation in a joint, have injured a joint, or have damaged a joint over time. To know more, visit here- https://delhiarthroscopy.com/

1. What is arthroscopy?
Dr. Shekhar Srivastav
M.S (ORTHO), AO Fellowship Australia
HOD – DITO, Sant Parmanand Hospital

2. Arthroscopy is a surgical procedure to diagnose
and treat your joint’s structural problems, which
often cause pain, instability or other
dysfunction. The surgeon uses an arthroscopy, a
long, thin tube with a video camera and light on
the end.
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3. Who performs arthroscopy?
Orthopedic surgeons perform
arthroscopic procedures. These doctors
specialize in conditions that affect
the musculoskeletal system.
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4. What are the types of
arthroscopy?
Surgeons use arthroscopy to see inside joints
without having to make large incisions. Types
of arthroscopy include:
• Elbow arthroscopy.
• Foot and ankle arthroscopy.
• Hand and wrist arthroscopy.
• Hip arthroscopy.
• Knee arthroscopy.
• Shoulder arthroscopy.
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5. Why do healthcare providers
perform arthroscopy?
Providers use arthroscopy to diagnose and treat a range of
joint, tendon and ligament problems, such as:
• Knee pain, instability and other injuries, including anterior
cruciate ligament (ACL) tears and meniscal tears.
• Torn ligaments, cartilage and tendons.
• Rotator cuff tears, dislocated shoulder, frozen
shoulder and shoulder impingement.
• Arthritis, including foot and ankle arthritis
• Wrist pain, including carpal tunnel syndrome, ganglion
cysts and wrist arthritis.
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6. Who needs arthroscopy?
Your healthcare provider may recommend an
arthroscopic procedure if you have injured or
damaged your meniscus, cartilage, tendons and/or
ligaments. Arthroscopy may be an option if you don’t
get relief from nonsurgical treatments such as:
• Braces or splints.
• Medications and steroid injections.
• Physical therapy.
• Rest.
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7. What happens before arthroscopy?
You should follow your healthcare provider’s instructions
about what to do before an arthroscopic procedure. In
general, you should:
• Alert your provider of any allergies.
• Give your provider a list of medications and supplements
you take.
• Let your healthcare provider know about any blood
thinners or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
before the procedure.
• Not eat or drink after midnight the day preceding the
procedure.
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8. What happens during
arthroscopy?
Arthroscopy is typically an outpatient
procedure, which means you go home the same
day. You’ll receive anesthesia, so someone
needs to drive you home and stay with you for
the rest of the day.
The steps for arthroscopic procedures vary
depending on the problem. Most procedures
take about an hour, but some arthroscopies
take longer.
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9. What happens after arthroscopy?
You should be able to go home within a couple of hours after
the procedure. You may need to:
• Avoid putting weight or pressure on the area for a time. If
you had arthroscopy on your hip or leg, you might need to
use crutches or another assistive device.
• Ice and elevate the area.
• Keep the incision clean and covered.
• Take NSAIDs for pain.
• Take showers, not baths, until the incision heals.
• Wear a sling or brace.
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10. What are the advantages of
arthroscopy?
Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure. The
procedure takes place through small incisions. Compared to
an open surgery, the benefits include:
• Faster recovery.
• Less pain.
• Minimal blood loss and scarring.
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11. What are the potential risks or
complications of arthroscopy?
Arthroscopy is a relatively safe procedure. Potential
complications include:
• Allergic reaction to anesthesia.
• Blood clots, including deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
• Damage to surrounding tissue or nerves.
• Excessive bleeding or swelling.
• Infections.
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12. What is recovery like after an
arthroscopic procedure?
Most people recover faster after arthroscopy than an
open surgery that requires large incisions. Still, a full
recovery can take months. But, depending on the
procedure, you may be able to return to work within a
few days.
Your healthcare provider may recommend physical
therapy (PT). PT can help speed recovery, strengthen
muscles and prevent future injuries.
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18, Sham Nath Marg, Civil Lines, Delhi-110054
Phone: 09818241028, 09971192233
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