Arthroscopic surgery is procedure which enables the surgeon to observe inside the joint. It uses some instrument such as surgical instrument, scope, and sterile fluid. With the instruments which are inserted to small incisions in a triangular, the surgeon can avoid performing open surgery. Arthroscopic knee procedures are able to diagnose and repair the injuries.
By using a scope, the surgeon will be able to see inside the knee joint. This instrument comprises a camera, a magnifying glass, and a fiber-optic light source. This scope will project the images inside the knee joint to the monitor.
There are some common reasons why arthroscopic surgery is carried out such as torn anterior or posterior cruciate ligaments, torn meniscus, misalignment of the knee cap, inflamed synovial membrane, and loose bodies such as bone and cartilage. The procedure for this type of surgery includes repairing and removing the damaged cartilage, repairing and removing the meniscus, and realigning the knee cap. In addition, this type of surgery can also be used for managing pain. Commonly, the surgeon performs lavage and debridement during the surgery to identify and removed the loose body or displaced tissue.
The recovery of arthroscopic knee surgery solely depends on the individual or the types of surgery. Surgeries which don't involve ligament repair can recover quickly. Most of the patients can go home in the same day of the surgery. However, you still have to perform the treatment to help you totally recover from it such as RICE treatment including rest, ice, compression, and elevation.
Furthermore, after the surgery, your leg is able to bear weight. However, it is dependent upon the pain tolerance of each individual. Normally, patients use crutches for about three up to seven days. You will need about a week to be able to drive on your own. However, if you need to do your job dealing with heavy weight on your leg, you need more time for recovery.
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