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Shoulder arthroscopy is a common type of orthopedic surgery. Pristyn Care provides advanced shoulder arthroscopy to treat shoulder shoulder problems such as bankart lesion and rotator cuff tendon tear. Book appointment with the best orthopedic doctor near you at Pristyn Care.
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Shoulder arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgery performed to either diagnose or treat orthopedic issues in the shoulder joint. It is the second most common orthopedic surgery after knee arthroscopy. The most common shoulder arthroscopy surgery is rotator cuff tendon repair.
Instead of making a large incision, the surgery is performed via 2-3 small 2-3 mm. incisions. The arthroscope (a long thin tube with a camera and torch attachment) and surgical instruments are inserted through these incisions.
It can be performed as an outpatient procedure, but overnight hospitalization is generally preferred. Shoulder arthroscopy is usually only performed for patients who haven’t seen positive results even after 3-4 months of physical therapy or if their pain and other symptoms are unmanageable medically.
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Pristyn Care is one of the best surgery care providers in India for orthopedic surgery. We specialize in advanced arthroscopic surgery for many shoulder issues such as rotator cuff tear, shoulder arthritis, bankart lesion, etc.
In addition to advanced treatment, we also provide other auxiliary services to the patient- such as documentation support, insurance assistance, free cab services for pickup and dropoff, complimentary meals, etc.
If you have joint pain or stiffness and have trouble performing your day-to-day activities, you should get in touch with us for US FDA-approved advanced arthroscopic shoulder surgery.
Shoulder arthroscopy is generally performed to treat shoulder pain and injuries that are not responsive to nonsurgical treatments like medicine, rest, massage, injections, physiotherapy, etc. Common shoulder injuries arthroscopic surgery is recommended for are:
The anchors used for tear repair are made of biocompatible metal/plastic or absorbent material. Thus, they don’t need to be removed after recovery.
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It is pertinent for the patients to prepare themselves before the surgery to ensure surgery success. They should make sure their orthopedic surgeons are aware of their entire medical history, including allergies, medical conditions, etc., so they can prepare accordingly.
If you are taking medications like blood thinners, clotters, health supplements, etc., that may interfere with healing ability or cause complications during the surgery, you may need to stop them. You may not be able to drive yourself home after the surgery, so arrange for someone to drive you home after the surgery.
Before the surgery, limit your alcohol consumption and stop smoking altogether. If you have any other illnesses or take medications, make sure your doctor is aware of them so they can prepare accordingly. If the surgery is to be performed under general anesthesia, the patient shouldn’t eat or drink anything after midnight on the day before the surgery.
Before the surgery, the surgeon will perform a thorough diagnosis to ensure surgery is necessary for the patient. Diagnosis for shoulder arthroscopy entails physical examination, along with imaging tests like X-rays, shoulder CT scan, MRI, etc.
On the day of the surgery, the surgeon may also perform diagnostic tests like blood panel, chest x-ray, electrocardiogram to assess the patient’s vital signs and make sure they are in optimum health for the surgery. Following this, the anesthesia will be administered and the patient will be moved to the operation theater for the surgery.
For the surgery, the patient may be placed on their side or in a semi-seated position. Then, the surgeon will make small buttonhole sized incisions over the shoulder joint to insert the arthroscope and other surgical instruments. Once the surgery is done, the incisions will be sutured shut and bandaged.
After the surgery, the patient will be moved to a recovery room. Some patients will be discharged on the same day while others may be hospitalized overnight to ensure there are no complications post-surgery. The surgery usually takes less than an hour. There is mild pain and swelling in the first few days that can be resolved via over-the-counter pain medications.
After discharge, patients have to take pain medications, antibiotics, etc., to aid recovery and start shoulder physiotherapy to regain mobility of the shoulder joint. The recovery period after shoulder arthroscopy can last from 4 weeks to 6 months. Patients can get back to their work within 4 weeks, but should wait longer before performing any strenuous activities.
Compared to conventional open surgery, there are many benefits to shoulder arthroscopy such as:
Following the surgery, the patient should follow the given recovery tips to ensure recovery:
Though generally very safe, occasionally, shoulder arthroscopy can result in complications such as:
The patient should consult their orthopedic surgeon if they notice any signs of complications such as fever, unbearable pain, discharge from the surgical wound, tingling or numbness, increased swelling, etc.
Shoulder arthroscopy is the second most common type of orthopedic surgery and has a recovery rate of more than 90%.
Arthroscopic surgery is generally only performed when medically necessary, therefore it is covered by most major health insurance providers. If you have any doubts regarding your insurance coverage, you should consult your insurance provider.
A little pain and discomfort is normal after the surgery due to postoperative inflammation but if the pain is unmanageable, you should consult your orthopedic surgeon right away.
It is recommended to rest for 1-2 days after shoulder arthroscopy, but most patients can get back to work immediately after that, especially if they have a desk job. If they don’t have a desk job, they should wait for doctor approval before stressing the operated joint.
