KNEE ARTHROSCOPY
KNEE TOPICS
*These pages are intended for informational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. Please consult a physician for specific diagnosis and treatment options*
Knee Arthroscopy allows your surgeon to see the inside of your knee through very small incisions (also known as portals). When the surgeon places the arthroscope in your knee through one of these portals, it is attached to a camera and light source which sends an image to a TV monitor. In essence, your surgeon can see the inside of your knee while watching the TV monitor.
For Knee Arthroscopy, you will typically have between 2-3 portals. One of the portals is used for the arthroscope, and the others are used to advance instruments that can help treat your knee problem.
Because Knee Arthroscopy is done through small incision portals, the recovery time is typically shorter and you will resume normal activities sooner. The surgery is typically done on an outpatient basis. The recovery course and rehabilitation phase is based on your injury and the subsequent surgery you had to treat your knee problem. Your postoperative care will be based on your doctor's preference and your individual needs and will be outlined to you by your physician.
