Arthroscopy

The term arthroscopy derives from two Greek words, namely arthro and skopein. One means joint, and the latter means to look. Therefore, orthopedic surgeons perform arthroscopy to look inside someone’s joint. It is a minimally invasive procedure and allows the surgeon to treat arthritis, ACL tears, carpal tunnel syndrome, and rotator cuff tears. Various ligament and joint concerns can also be treated through this procedure.

What is arthroscopy?

Arthroscopic surgery refers to orthopedic surgery where the surgeon creates a small incision in your skin and then inserts a thin and long instrument containing a lens and a light. The instruments help to illuminate and magnify the interior structure of the joint, which allows the surgeon to treat the areas. With the procedure, people can get relief from their pain and instability in the joints.

Types of arthroscopy

As arthroscopy is a procedure through which the surgeon looks inside the joint for areas that cause pain, there are different types. Types of arthroscopic surgery in Bhubaneswar are;

●      Elbow arthroscopy

●      Foot and ankle arthroscopy

●      Hand and wrist arthroscopy

●      Hip arthroscopy

●      Knee arthroscopy

●      Shoulder arthroscopy

Symptoms stating the requirement for arthroscopy

If you undergo any of the symptoms mentioned below, then you must consider getting arthroscopic surgery.

●      Damaged or injured meniscus, ligaments, or tendons

●      Knee pain that does not enhance with time

●      Swelling in the knee

You can even opt for the procedure if you do not get relief from it;

●      Splints or braces

●      Injections and medication

●      Rest

●      Physical therapy

So, if you don’t feel at ease even after going through the above-mentioned non-surgical processes, then make an orthopedic consultation in Bhubaneswar with Dr. Dibya Singha.

Risks of arthroscopy

You don’t have to feel worried or back out from the procedure due to the risks of arthroscopy. It is a relatively safe procedure, but some of the potential complications include the following;

●      Blood clots or thrombosis

●      Allergic reaction to anesthesia

●      Infections

●      Excessive swelling or bleeding

●      Damage to the tissues or nerves surrounding the operational area.