Knee & Shoulder Arthroscopy Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to diagnose and treat joint problems using a small camera called an arthroscope. It requires small incisions, causes less pain, and allows faster recovery compared to open surgery. 🦵 Knee Arthroscopy Knee arthroscopy is commonly performed to treat: Meniscus tear Ligament injuries (like Anterior Cruciate Ligament injury) Cartilage damage Loose bone or cartilage fragments Synovitis (joint lining inflammation) Early arthritis problems Common Procedures: Meniscus repair or removal ACL reconstruction Cartilage smoothing (chondroplasty) Removal of loose bodies Recovery: Walking usually within 1–2 days Physiotherapy required Full recovery: 4–6 weeks (simple cases), 4–6 months (ACL reconstruction) 💪 Shoulder Arthroscopy Shoulder arthroscopy treats conditions like: Rotator cuff tear Frozen shoulder Shoulder instability/dislocation Labral tear Impingement syndrome Common Procedures: Rotator cuff repair Labrum repair Subacromial decompression Release for frozen shoulder Recovery: Arm sling for few weeks (depending on surgery) Physiotherapy essential Recovery: 6 weeks to 6 months ✅ Advantages of Arthrosco