Knee Arthroscopy Procedure & Recovery

 

Knee Arthroscopy Procedure & Recovery

Knee arthroscopy is both treatment and diagnostic tool. This treatment is widely used for number of knee conditions because of its immense benefits. Arthroscopy is minimally invasive procedure which means less blood loss, pain, and scarring in most of the cases. Arthroscopy can be suggested for debilitating knee pain & several other knee conditions. Knee arthroscopy is generally a short procedure performed on outpatient basis mostly. The shorter stay in hospital also speeds up the recovery process.

Arthroscopy

Arthroscopy surgery is less invasive procedure performed with the aid of tiny camera attached to pencil shaped equipment known as arthroscope, trained surgeon uses arthroscope to repair the damage tissues & joints by making small incisions. The camera project the inside images of joints on the screen (a real time is projected through arthroscope).  This allows the surgeon to maneuver the instruments without needing to make large incisions like traditional surgical methods.

In case of knee arthroscopy surgeon will first identify the issues, and then correct it with the help of arthroscope. As per knee arthroscopy surgeon in Delhi only suitable candidates are suggested this method. In older patient knee replacement can be the only option for proper recovery.

Who Needs a Knee Arthroscopy?

Knee arthroscopy surgeon diagnosis the various knee conditions with the help of knee arthroscopy including meniscus tears or ACL injuries. These injuries are most commonly found, and some other conditions which may require arthroscopic repair are mentioned below:

·         Kneecap dislocation

·         Advance stage of arthritis

·         Ligament & meniscus tears

·         Osteonecrosis

·         Quad tendon ruptures

Benefits of Knee Arthroscopy

·         Arthroscopy is useful tool as it allows your surgeon to treat right away after diagnosis, in most of the cases there is no wait time.

·         The risk of procedure is limited depending upon the severity of the condition.

·         Small incisions can also result in Less stress of healthy joint structure

·         Less chances of blood infection.

Recovery

An uncomplicated surgery will resolve pain most quickly, but swelling and stiffness may take some time. It may take few weeks for proper healing, it is suggested to follow the prescribed guidance of your surgeon for smooth recovery. It is also to be noted that patient with heavy work or sports background may require more time to go back to the normal routine.

 

For knee arthroscopy treatment in Delhi you can consult with Dr. Lalit Bafna from SCI International Hospital in Delhi.

 

https://www.drlalitbafna.com/knee-arthroscopy.php

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