Arthroscopic knee surgery, is a minimally invasive procedure used to diagnose and treat various joint issues and injuries. The treatment during arthroscopic knee surgery always depends on the type of condition the individual is experiencing, but here are some common treatments that can be performed during arthroscopic knee surgery:

• Diagnostic Exploration: Arthroscopy allows our surgeons to visually inspect the structures within the knee joint using a small camera (arthroscope). This can help diagnose the causes of pain, swelling, or other issues.
• Removal of Loose Bodies: In cases where loose fragments of cartilage or bone are present within the joint, the surgeon can use arthroscopy to remove these loose bodies, which can improve joint function and alleviate pain.
• Meniscus Repair or Trimming: Tears in the meniscus, the cartilage that cushions the knee joint, can be repaired or trimmed using specialized instruments inserted through small incisions. The choice depends on the type, size, and location of the tear.
• Cartilage Debridement or Repair: Damaged cartilage can be smoothed, debrided (removed), or repaired using techniques such as microfracture, where small holes are made in the bone to stimulate new cartilage growth.
• ACL Reconstruction: For a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), a common knee injury, our surgeons use an arthroscopy to place a new ligament (graft) in the proper position, restoring stability to the knee joint.
• Synovectomy: In conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or synovitis, where the synovial membrane becomes inflamed and thickened, arthroscopy can be used to remove or reduce the inflamed tissue.
• Treatment of Patellar Problems: Arthroscopy can address patellar (kneecap) issues, including realigning the patella, removing damaged cartilage, or addressing conditions like patellar instability.
• Debridement of Inflamed Tissues: In cases of inflammation or irritation, the surgeon can use arthroscopy to remove inflamed synovial tissue or other problematic tissues within the joint.

The benefits of arthroscopic knee surgery include smaller incisions, reduced tissue damage, quicker recovery times, and potentially less pain compared to traditional open surgery. Recovery protocols always vary depending on the specific procedure performed as well as the individual, but they often involve physical therapy and rehabilitation to restore strength, flexibility, and function to the knee joint.