An arthroscopy is an examination of the
internal structures of a joint. An
illuminated scope, called an arthroscope is inserted into the joint through a
small incision. Arthroscopies are performed in some cases to diagnose a problem
and in others during minimally invasive arthroscopic surgeries. At the Orlando Orthopaedic Center our
fellowship trained joint specialists use arthroscopic technology to both
diagnose and operate on patients in need of knee repair and other orthopedic procedures. If you or a loved one are in need of knee
pain treatment, look no further then the joint experts at the Orlando Orthopaedic
Center.
Knee
Repair
There are several treatment options for
those suffering from pain and/or immobility of the knee. Physical therapy, viscosupplementation,
support braces and anti-inflammatory medications often prove to be effective
forms of knee pain treatment. In other
cases knee surgery is necessary in order to repair damage resulting from
injury, degeneration and/or aging.
At the Orlando Orthopaedic Center our joint
specialists perform arthroscopic knee surgeries including:
- Total knee replacement
- Partial knee replacement
- Synovectomy
- Synovium
- Repair or reconstruct of torn ligaments
- Release of malaligned kneecap
Arthroscopies offer a minimally invasive
approach to knee repair. Patients who
undergo arthroscopic knee surgery generally report shorter recovery times and
less pain. Though arthroscopic knee
surgery is not the answer for all knee pain sufferers it is viable option to
explore when considering surgery.
Candidates for arthroscopic knee surgery
often suffer from:
At the
Orlando Orthopaedic Center our joint specialists use state of the art
techniques to perform arthroscopies of the knee and other joints. Whether you are simply in need of physical
therapy or total knee replacement surgery; our specialists are here to help you
through every step of the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation process. If you are in need of knee pain treatment
and/or knee repair surgery, schedule a consultation with one or our specialists
today.