Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder arthroscopy is performed with small incisions (keyhole technique) through which a surgeon inserts a camera that projects images of your shoulder onto a screen for viewing.
Shoulder arthroscopy is performed with small incisions (keyhole technique) through which a surgeon inserts a camera that projects images of your shoulder onto a screen for viewing.
Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to diagnose and treat shoulder injuries. Shoulder arthroscopy is performed with small incisions (keyhole technique) through which a surgeon inserts a camera that projects images of your shoulder onto a screen for viewing. With this technique, the surgeon has a clear view of the damaged tissues and can make an incision as necessary to enable treatment.
Your surgeon uses a small camera called an arthroscope to see inside your shoulder. This allows your surgeon to use tiny instruments to restore the mobility of your shoulder.
Shoulder arthroscopy is performed to diagnose and treat shoulder joint problems. This procedure is recommended for people whose pain is not responsive to non-surgical treatment modalities such as physical therapy, medication, injections, exercise, or rest to reduce inflammation.
Inflammation is a normal physical response to any disease or injury. Shoulder joints that are sore or injured are inflamed in the form of pain, swelling and stiffness.
Common arthroscopic procedures include:
