More About Arthroscopic Surgery

With small incision sites and direct access to most areas of the joint, an arthroscopic surgeon can diagnose and surgically correct a vast array of joint problems such as arthritis and ligament tears.

For example, almost any region of the knee may be treated arthroscopically. A normal meniscus -- shown above -- appears through the arthroscope appears as a smooth, white wedge-shaped structure. This video clip shows a brief portion of an arthroscopic meniscal repair.

Arthroscopic surgery is not limited to the knee: also common is arthroscopy of the shoulder, ankle, wrist, elbow, and hip. Great Scot! There's even arthroscopy of the Great Toe!

 

 

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