Arthroscopic Surgery

Arthroscopic surgery for the reconstruction of the ACL is a frequently performed procedure aimed at restoring knee joint function, stability, and preventing future injury.

In this surgery, the damaged ACL is replaced with a healthy tendon graft, sourced either from a nearby area of the knee or a donor cadaver. Through small incisions near the knee joint, the surgeon attaches the new graft using surgical hardware, resulting in a reconstructed ACL that enhances knee stability and function.

Shoulder impingement syndrome arises when the area beneath the acromion, a prominent bony projection at the end of the shoulder blade, becomes too restricted for the rotator cuff tendons to move freely. This constriction can result from structural irregularities in the shoulder bones, the presence of bone spurs, or thickened tissues.

Arthroscopic surgery offers a solution by enabling the surgeon to widen the space beneath the acromion, thereby facilitating unrestricted movement of the tendons. During the procedure, bone spurs, the anterior edge of the acromion, and the inflamed portion of the bursa may be removed, alleviating impingement symptoms and restoring shoulder function.

The knee joint comprises two C-shaped cartilage discs known as menisci, which serve as shock absorbers during activities like walking or running and aid in the smooth movement of the knee. Meniscal tears often occur during forceful twisting movements of the knee.

Arthroscopic surgery is commonly employed for meniscus repairs, typically on an outpatient basis. The primary objective of surgery is to address the damaged portion of the meniscus while preserving the healthy tissue. Through small incisions, surgical instruments are introduced, allowing the surgeon to trim the torn segments of the meniscus and refine the remaining tissue using a surgical shaver.

Determining the necessity for surgery to address a rotator cuff tear usually relies on the severity of the damage. A complete tear often necessitates surgical repair. Various surgical techniques, including minimally invasive arthroscopy, are available.

Initially, your surgeon will create multiple small incisions around the shoulder joint. Through these incisions, an arthroscope and small surgical instruments are introduced to repair damaged muscles and reconstruct injured tendons using a graft tendon sourced from another area of the body. Additionally, if deemed necessary, your surgeon may remove damaged tissue and bone spurs from the rotator cuff during the procedure.