Arthroscopy: What It Is, Procedure, and Recovery
Introduction Arthroscopy (ahr-THROS-kuh-pee) is a minimally invasive surgical technique that uses a small fibre-optic camera (arthroscope) to diagnose and treat joint problems (for example, the knee, shoulder, hip, ankle, elbow, or wrist). These procedures are often performed in day hospitals and, compared to traditional “open” surgery, arthroscopy typically means faster recovery, less pain, and smaller […]