Arthoscopic Surgery
Arthoscopic Surgery
Arthroscopy is a procedure used by Joint replacement surgeons to see problems inside Knee, Hip Shoulder, Elbow, Ankle, or wrist.
Arthroscopy is derived from greek words (Arthro= Joint) + (Skopien= to look into).Arthroscopy (also called arthroscopic surgery) is a minimally invasive surgical procedure in which an examination and sometimes treatment of damage of the interior of a joint is performed using an arthroscope, a type of endoscope that is inserted into the joint through a small incision. In an arthroscopy the surgeon using a camera, light source is able to look into the joint and diagnose and treat various problems .
The advantages of arthroscopic surgery are
- Minimally invasive
- Faster recovery
- Lesser hospital stay
- Lesser chances of joint infection
- Less post-operative pain
- Lower risk of complications
Shoulder arthroscopy
Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive diagnostic and surgical procedure performed for joint problems. Shoulder arthroscopy is performed using a pencil-sized instrument called an Arthroscope.
Also, the surgical procedure being minimally invasive, recovery period is reduced. It is not a complex type of surgery and is a common treatment approach to cure severe shoulder pain.
Advantages of Shoulder arthroscopy
- Less Pain.
- High Definition Camera Systems Enhance Our Vision Which Helps In Addressing Your Problems More Accurately Than With Conventional Systems.
- Faster Recovery Rates.
- Extremely Low Risk Of Infection.
Why choose us?
We Are Experts In Shoulder Treatment, With Good Physiotherapy Backup. Surgeries Will Be Performed By Our Well Experienced, Highly Skillful And Best Shoulder And Knee Surgeon Dr Dharmapal GK. Our Dedicated And Well-Trained Paramedical Team Will Assist You During Your Stay. We Have The Best Infrastructure And Inventory To Handle All Orthopedic Conditions. Our Treatments Are Result Oriented.
Knee arthroscopy
What is Knee Arthroscopy?
Knee Arthroscopy allows an Orthopaedic Surgeon to diagnose and treat Knee injuries by viewing “the inside of the Knee” through small incisions using a pencil-sized instrument called an Arthroscope. The Knee is filled with fluid and the scope transmits an image of the Knee through a camera to a television monitor. During Knee Arthroscopy Surgery, additional small incisions are created to allow insertion of other small instruments to remove or repair damaged tissues. Most Arthroscopic Knee Procedures are done on outpatient basis. Recovery is typically much quicker and easier than traditional open Knee Procedures.
The knee joint is the commonest joint to be injured with playing sports, the bones of the knee are covered with cartilage to allow smooth movement. There is medial & lateral meniscus (cushions) – that function as shock absorbers. It has two internal cruciate ligaments (ACL & PCL) and two external collateral ligament (MCL & LCL) that provide stability.
Common ligament injuries:
Almost any joint can have ligament injury. However few joints are more susceptible to these injuries. Joints which frequently suffer from ligament injuries are:
- Ankle
- Knee
- Lower Back
- Wrist
- Elbow
- Shoulder
Below is the list of knee problems:
Almost any joint can have ligament injury. However few joints are more susceptible to these injuries. Joints which frequently suffer from ligament injuries are:
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury
- Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Injury
- Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Injury
- Lateral Collateral Ligament(LCL) Injury
- Meniscus Injuries
- Iliobtibial Band Syndrome
- Plica Syndrome
- Dislocation
- Unstable Kneecap
Ankle Arthroscopy
Ankle arthroscopy is surgery that uses a tiny camera and surgical tools to examine or repair the tissues inside or around your ankle. The camera is called an arthroscope.
Ankle arthroscopy is performed for the surgical evaluation and treatment of a variety of ankle conditions.
General complications of any operation
- Pain
- Bleeding
- Difficulty Passing Urine
- Unsightly Scarring Of Your Skin
- Infection Of The Surgical Site (Wound)
- Allergic Reaction To The Equipment, Materials Or Medication
- Blood Clot In Your Leg
- Blood Clot In Your Lung
What Is the Recovery Time for Ankle Arthroscopy Surgery?
The recovery time for ankle arthroscopy procedure vary and depend on the patient’s health, other existing medical conditions, and any complications after surgery.
Are there any alternatives to surgery?
Problems inside your ankle can often be diagnosed using a magnetic scan (MRI scan) but you may then need an arthroscopy to treat the problem.
Ankle Arthroscopy
- Sports Injuries & Ligament Tears
- Bony & Soft Tissue Impingement
- Cartilage Defects And Osteochondritis Dissecans
- Fusion For Arthritis
- Arthrolysis For Stiff Ankles
Back Pain Arthroscopy
What are causes of back pain?
There are many causes of back pain. Long standing degeneration (wearing away) of the vertebrae and the intervertebral disc is the primary cauase behind this disorder. When a joint slips out of place, you may experience sudden or intense pain, and feel like your joint is loose
- Advancing Age
- Joint Problem Lumbar Facet Arthropathy
- Ligament Or Muscle Injury
- Disc Problem Slipped Disc Or Tear In Disc
- Repetitive Back Injury
- Poor Muscle Tone Occupational Trauma Lifting Heavy Loads On Head, Gymnastics, Working On The Computer For Long
- Hours
How back pain is diagnosed?
Getting an accurate diagnosis of the cause of back pain is critical, because different diagnoses will require very different treatment approaches.
The most common diagnostic tests include
- X-Rays
- MRI Scans
- Blood Test
How to prevent low back pain?
- Use Correct Lifting Techniques.
- Exercise Regularly To Strengthen Back Muscles.
- Maintain Good Posture.
- Maintain A Healthy Body Weight.
Home care for low back pain?
- Stop Normal Activity And Apply Ice For First Few Days.
- Apply Heat To Lower Back.
- Gradually Increase Activity To Normal.
- Take Over-The-Counter Pain Relief (Ibuprofen Or Acetaminophen).
How back pain is diagnosed?
Getting an accurate diagnosis of the cause of back pain is critical, because different diagnoses will require very different treatment approaches.
The most common diagnostic tests include
Wrist Arthroscopy
A hand fracture is a break in the bones of the hand. This includes the bones of fingers, palm( Carpal bones) and wrist (Radius & Ulna).
Causes
- Crush Injuries
- Twisting Injuries
- Fall
- Sport Injuries
- Road Traffic Accidents
The symptoms of a broken bone in the hand and wrist are
- Swelling
- Severe Pain That Aggravates Even For The Slightest Movement In The Hand.
- Bruising In The Hand.
- Obvious Deformity, Such As The Bent Wrist.
- Restricted Movements Of Fingers And Wrist.
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow joint is a complex hinge joint. It is the point of articulation of 3 bones, the humerus of the arm and radius ulna of the forearm. These joints help the hand to approach or move away from the body.
What cause Elbow Pain ?
Various conditions can cause elbow pain and disability, leading patients and their doctors to consider elbow replacement surgery. Any condition which affects these bones and ligaments will require a thorough evaluation by an expert hand surgeon to diagnose and recommend the best treatment.
Elbow and Arms Condition
- Complex fractures and dislocations around the elbow
- Tennis elbow ( lateral epicondylitis)
- Golfer’s elbow ( medial epicondylitis)
- Nerve entrapment
What are the risk ?
- Infections
- Nerve And Blood Vessel Damage
- Allergic Reactions To Artificial Joints
- Fractures Stiff Or Unstable Joints
- Weakness Or Failure Of Arm Tendons
- Pain