Arthroscopy

Keyhole joint surgery to diagnose and treat knee, shoulder and other joint problems through tiny incisions.

Overview

About Arthroscopy

Arthroscopy uses a thin camera (arthroscope) and small instruments inserted through tiny incisions to look inside a joint and repair it. Because the cuts are small, there is usually less pain, minimal scarring and a faster recovery than open surgery.

Arthroscopy is commonly used for the knee and shoulder to treat torn ligaments, meniscus and cartilage injuries, and to remove loose bodies or inflamed tissue.

Conditions Treated

Meniscus tears
ACL & PCL injuries
Rotator cuff tears
Recurrent shoulder dislocation
Cartilage damage
Loose bodies in the joint

When to See a Doctor

Locking or catching of the joint
Pain with twisting or overhead movements
Recurrent swelling of the joint
Feeling of instability
Persistent pain after an injury

Treatment Options

Diagnostic Arthroscopy

Direct view inside the joint to confirm the problem.

Meniscus Repair / Trimming

Repairs or trims a torn meniscus to stop pain and locking.

Ligament Reconstruction

Rebuilds torn ACL or other ligaments for a stable joint.

Shoulder Arthroscopy

Repairs rotator cuff tears and stabilises dislocating shoulders.

Benefits

Tiny incisions

Less pain

Quicker discharge

Faster recovery

Recovery Journey

1
Same day–Day 1
Many patients go home the same day or the next day.
2
Weeks 1–6
Physiotherapy restores movement and strength.
3
Months 2–6
Return to sport after repair or reconstruction, depending on the procedure.

Recovery time varies from patient to patient. Dr. Ravindra Singh will explain what to expect in your case.