This is a type of surgery that is used to examine or repair the tissues inside or surrounding the shoulder joint. A small tiny camera known as an arthroscope is inserted by making a small incision. The surgery is recommended to treat the painful condition of the shoulder that does not respond to nonsurgical treatment.
People who suffer from a repeated dislocation of the shoulder can be treated by an arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder called Bankart’s operation.
Muscles around the shoulder are known as the ‘Rotator cuff’. These are sometimes damaged or torn by an injury or also sometimes with age. This can lead to pain around the shoulder and restricted movement of the joint. Arthroscopic repair of the damaged rotator cuff is an effective way of treating this problem.
Some patients with severe ‘Frozen shoulder’ do not respond to treatment with medicines, physiotherapy and injections. They can be treated with an arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder.
By utilizing small incisions and specialized instruments, arthroscopic shoulder surgery minimizes trauma to surrounding tissues, leading to less postoperative pain and faster recovery times.
Arthroscopic surgery enables surgeons to address a wide range of shoulder issues, including arthritis and tendonitis, through customized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
With advancements in surgical techniques and technology, arthroscopic shoulder surgery has demonstrated consistently high success rates in relieving pain, restoring shoulder function, and improving overall quality of life for patients seeking relief from shoulder conditions.
Patients undergoing arthroscopic shoulder surgery typically experience shorter hospital stays, quicker return to daily activities, and smaller scars compared to traditional open surgery.
CUREHEAL Clinic is a specialized center for treatment of all your bone and joint related problems. Dr. Nitesh Rustagi is a double masters degree holder in Orthopaedics with vast experience and he is specialist in treating sports injuries of the knee and shoulder joint.
