My Personal Insights on Arthroscopy & Related Treatments as an Orthopaedic Surgeon
As an orthopaedic surgeon in the city for more than a decade, I have treated many cases requiring arthroscopy. It’s actually a small-scale surgical procedure that is used to treat complex joint issues.
It is essential to know when you may ‘need’ or ‘not need’ this treatment.
What is an Arthroscopy?
Arthroscopy is a special surgery that is done with just a keyhole-sized incision (cut). It is generally done for treating joint conditions. A camera and small tools are inserted for conducting surgical procedures.
It can mainly be performed on knees, hips, shoulders, and ankles. Previously done only for diagnosis, it is now used for direct treatments.
When Do You Need Arthroscopy:
It is used for the following joint-related conditions:
Knee
- Teared meniscus
- Reconstruction of ACL/PCL
- Removing loose bodies
- Repairing cartilage.
Shoulder
- Cuff tears of shoulder rotators
- Tendon injuries of Biceps
- Recurring dislocations
Hips
- Labral tears
- Removal of any loose bodies
- Growth of extra bones (Femoroacetabular Impingement/FAI)
Ankle
- Lesions of OCD
- Repairing ligaments
- Bone and cartilage separating after losing blood supply
Inflammation
- Synovial disorders
- Chronic synovitis issues
- Infections
Degeneration
- Complex cartilage wear and tear
- Joint bone degeneration
When Not to Go for Arthroscopy?
Arthroscopy is an advanced procedure conducted by some of the best orthopedic surgeons in Kolkata.
It is advisable to not go for this treatment for the following issues:
- Advanced cases of osteoarthritis
- Severe cartilage degeneration/damage
- Mild injuries that can be treated with medications
- Active infections in joints
- Too early after an injury
Or other similar conditions.
Signs That You Need Orthopaedic Consultation
You need orthopaedic consultation when:
- Conservative treatment efforts like rest, ice, therapy, etc, have failed.
- Joint pain is persistent for a very long time.
- Locking/clicking joints.
- Unexplained issues in joints.
- Complex sports injuries.
- Instability in joints.
Author Bio
I am Dr Saubhik Ray. I have worked with the top orthopaedic surgeons in Kolkata for more than 14 years. During this time, I have successfully handled many cases requiring arthroscopy. I specialize in treating multiple types of joint issues.
