Knee Arthroscopy

Should I have arthroscopic knee surgery?

Patricia Walter — Sun, 09 Aug 2015 18:04:38 +0000

Posted October 30, 2012, 10:26 am

DEAR DOCTOR K:

I’m a lifelong runner with severe knee pain. Can you tell me about knee arthroscopy? How do I know if I’m a good candidate for it?

DEAR READER:

Arthroscopy is a technique used to diagnose problems in the … Read the Rest

Knee Arthroscopy Provides fast Recovery

Patricia Walter — Sun, 09 Aug 2015 14:57:12 +0000

Knee Arthroscopy Gets Patients Back on Their Feet Fast, according to a study published in the January 2008 issue of Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery. The study is the first to quantify recovery times for patients having the minimally-invasive procedure.

Knee arthroscopy, one of the most commonly … Read the Rest

Knee Arthroscopy and Surgery

Patricia Walter — Sun, 09 Aug 2015 14:55:37 +0000

By Mr. Mark Bloomfield

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The knee is, if anything, mechanically a more complex joint than the hip. Whilst serious hip problems are relatively rare in the younger, more active patient, knee trouble of one form or other can present at any age. Sporting injuries of varying severity … Read the Rest

What is Knee Arthroscopy

Patricia Walter — Sun, 09 Aug 2015 14:54:07 +0000

Knee arthroscopy is surgical procedure in which a small camera is used to examine tissues inside the knee joint. Additional instruments may be inserted to repair the knee.

Alternative Names: Knee scope – arthroscopic lateral retinacular release; Synovectomy; Patellar debridement

Arthroscopic surgery on the knee involves inserting a small camera, … Read the Rest

Knee Arthroscopy Provides Fast Recovery

Patricia Walter — Mon, 03 Aug 2015 21:05:02 +0000

Knee Arthroscopy Gets Patients Back on Their Feet Fast
Rapid recovery confirmed after knee surgery, study finds

01/14/2008

Rosemont, IL