In a wrist arthroscopy, an orthopaedic surgeon will insert a camera, called an arthroscope, into your wrist through a small incision. The arthroscope is connected to a video monitor, and allows the surgeon to see inside your wrist.
The surgeon then views the cartilage, bones, tendons and ligaments of your wrist. The surgeon may be able to make other incisions and use instruments to repair any damage found. Muscle, tendon or cartilage tears could be fixed during this procedure.