Surgery

As your leg strengthens in the days after surgery, you will begin formal physical therapy using specialized equipment and working under the supervision of a physical therapist. The aim is to improve the strength of the muscles as well as the range of motion of the knee by working the muscles against varying degrees of […]

Recovery time will depend on the procedure performed. If a partially torn meniscus was removed – You should be back to full activities within four to six weeks. If a partially torn meniscus was repaired – You should expect four to six months until full recovery. If you had an ACL reconstruction – You should commit to an

Return to work will depend on your job and the procedure that was done. Generally: If you have a desk job, you could return to work within one week. Try to keep your foot elevated initially to prevent swelling. Get up for a short walk at least every hour for the first few weeks. If you

Here are some frequently asked questions related to arthroscopy of the knee. Q: What types of knee problems can arthroscopy help? A: Arthroscopy may help relieve problems of persistent pain, catching, or swelling in your knee due to meniscal tears, cruciate ligament injuries or loose bodies in the knee. Q: Why is my knee prone to injury? A: There

Here is a summary of the important facts and information related to arthroscopy of the knee. Arthroscopy is a surgical procedure that allows an orthopedic surgeon to see and operate inside a joint using a device called an arthroscope. The arthroscope is inserted through small incisions in the skin and has a tiny camera at

Here are definitions of medical terms related to arthroscopy of the knee. Menisci: cresent-shaped piece of tissue found in the knee joint. Ligament: fiborus bands that hold bones together in the joint region. Knee Joint: the juncture of the point of the femur and tibia.

Here are some reliable sources that can provide more information on arthroscopy of the knee. Extensive information for consumers on knee injuries and arthroscopic procedures is available at the Web site of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, http://www.aaos.org/ The University of Iowa Health Care Services offers an “Iowa Health Book” entitled “Knee Arthroscopy: A Patient

Arthroscopy is a procedure that allows an orthopedic surgeon to see and operate inside a joint using a device called an arthroscope. The arthroscope is inserted into the joint through a tiny incision in the skin. Arthroscopy is both a diagnostic and surgical procedure. An arthroscope is a pen-shaped instrument with a very small video camera

A number of conditions can cause shoulder pain. Diagnosis of shoulder pain begins with a history and a physical examination to discover: The location and nature of the pain and swelling Muscle strength If there is any limitations of movement Special diagnostic tests can then define the exact nature of the problem. X-rays can show arthritis,

Arthroscopy can be used to diagnose a problem in the shoulder when tests don’t give a definite answer as to what’s causing the problem. More commonly, however, it is used to treat and correct a number of problems in the shoulder, including: Shoulder dislocations and instability Torn rotator cuff Impingement syndrome (tendinitis and bursitis) Osteoarthritis

Arthroscopic surgery is usually done as an outpatient procedure. In most cases, you will return home the same day. If the repair is complicated or if an open surgical incision is required, you may need to stay in the hospital for a day or two. Routine preoperative tests include analyses of blood and urine. Depending

After the chosen anesthetic has been administered, the shoulder is thoroughly cleaned, usually with an iodine solution. Two to three tiny incisions, called portals, are made around the shoulder joint, in the back, front, and side of the shoulder. The surgeon usually inserts the arthroscope through a portal at the back of the shoulder (just