1. Arthroscopic lysis and lavage is a technique used to treat painful clicking or popping in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) by releasing adhesions and repositioning displaced discs.
2. There are several methods for performing arthroscopic lysis and lavage of the TMJ, involving the use of one or two needles or cannulas to irrigate and lavage the joint.
3. Common solutions used in lysis and lavage include saline, local anesthetics, sodium hyaluronate, and glucocorticoids which help reduce inflammation.