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Arthroscopy and Sports medicine in Vijayawada

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Arthroscopy in Vijayawada is a minimal invasive surgical procedure performed on joints to treat joint injuries. This procedure allows the doctors to diagnose, visualize and treat joint problems especially in athletes. A small camera called arthroscope is inserted in the injured or affected joint through a small incision to examine the area. Areas like knee, shoulder, hips, ankle, wrist and elbow are commonly treated using this procedure.

This procedure is specially performed by trained orthopaedic surgeons at arthroscopy hospitals in Vijayawada. Their specialization is to diagnose and treat joint issues and disorders and they are very well acquainted with the whole process to perform the surgery safely. Get your sports medicine in Vijayawada at best orthopedic hospitals in Vijayawada

Why is arthroscopy performed?

There are various reasons for doctors to perform arthroscopy on patients like:

  1. It helps to visualize the inner area of the joints.
  2. To diagnose the prevailing symptoms in order to know its cause.
  3. It can be performed as a therapeutic treatment for various joint problems.
  4. Sometimes, it can be used to repair damaged tissues, remove cartilage, fix ligaments or any other issues in the joint.

Arthroscopy may be recommended to people who have constant pain in their joints or swelling that does not cure through rest or physical therapies. Patients with the following medical conditions may have to go through this surgery:

  1. Joint inflammation
  2. Ligament injuries
  3. Loose bodies
  4. Cartilage damage
  5. Meniscus tears
  6. Joint instability
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Dr. Prashanth Chalasani

MBBS. MS(Ortho). FIOT, FASM

Fellowship in Trauma & Limb reconstruction surgery (Ganga hospital)
Fellowship in Arthroscopy & Sports medicine (ISAKOS)
Consultant Orthopaedics, Arthroscopy & Joint Replacement Surgeon

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Advantages and risks of Arthroscopy

Arthroscopy has its own advantages and a few potential risks involved as compared to the traditional operations. The advantages of this procedure are:

  1. It is minimal invasive procedure.
  2. Less tissue damage due to small incision.
  3. Faster recovery.
  4. Reduced scarring
  5. Precise and accurate diagnosis.

Although the procedure is quite safe there are certain mild potential risks to it as well:

  1. Infection
  2. Blood clots
  3. Bleeding
  4. Blood vessel injury
  5. Damage to the area
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At Bezwada Hospitals & Diagnostics, we have an Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine department that is dedicated to treat injuries of athletes and help them recover from it fast.

How to prepare for Arthroscopy?

Joint surgeons may recommend a couple of things to prepare for the surgery depending on the severity but in general one should do the following:

  1. Doctors may prescribe to avoid certain medications that can increase the risk of bleeding during surgery.
  2. Avoid eating solid food a few hours before the surgery.
  3. Dress in comfortable clothes so that it does not create discomfort after the surgery.

What happens after the surgery?

Arthroscopic surgery does not involve long hours and then a few hours of recovery is needed before sending the patient home. The aftercare may include the following:

  1. Certain medications
  2. R.I.C.E or Rest, Ice, Compress and elevate the joint for few days to reduce pain.
  3. Patients might need to use slings or crutches for protection.
  4. Patients need to exercise to recover the strength and functioning of the joint.

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In case a patient has developed any of the following issues then consult the surgeon:

  1. A high fever
  2. Unbearable pain
  3. Drainage from the incision
  4. New numbness
  5. Redness
  6. Swelling

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