ESPAÑOL 713-650-6900 PAY YOUR BILL APPOINTMENTS LOCATIONS ABOUT US OUR PHYSICIANS RESOURCES BLOG CONTACT US ARTHROSCOPIC SURGERY HOUSTON Joint pain and arthritis are among the most common causes of severe, persistent pain for individuals in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control, 15 million people report severe joint-related pain each year, and almost 50% of adults with arthritis suffer from persistent discomfort. However, arthritis is just the tip of the proverbial iceberg in terms of potential causes of joint pain. Trauma, overuse and strain-related injuries, sports injuries, and other causes can leave patients suffering and in pain. In some of these cases, arthroscopic surgery may be able to alleviate the pain. contact us here at Orthopedic Associates to schedule a consult at one of our 5 areas in Houston Orthopaedic Surgery Offices to discuss your symptoms and learn more about treatment options. What Is Arthroscopic Surgery? Arthroscopic surgery is a type of minimally-invasive procedure used to visualize, diagnose, and treat joint-related problems. Surgeons make a small incision in the skin, and then use very small instruments, including a small camera and light, too: Visually see the interior of the joint Diagnose the exact problem causing pain Surgically repair or correct the cause If you are suffering from recurrent, significant joint pain, contact us at one of our 5 Houston Orthopaedic Surgical Centers. There is help available. Why Is Arthroscopic Surgery Needed? Arthroscopic surgery may be needed for any number of reasons, but is rarely the first step in arriving at a diagnosis or providing treatment. First, doctors will consider a patient’s medical history, and then administer X-rays in an attempt to visualize the joint’s condition. MRI and CT scans may also be necessary. This surgery provides a final, definitive diagnosis and offers surgeons a better look at soft tissues that may not appear in X-rays, including: Cartilage Ligaments Muscles Tendons With that being said, there are a few situations in which surgery is often required, including the following: Synovitis and Other Types of Inflammation: If the lining in the joint is inflamed, arthroscopic surgery may be necessary. Injury: Acute or chronic injury of the shoulder, knee, wrist, or loose bodies of bone and/or cartilage may require surgical intervention. In addition to standalone procedures, arthroscopy is sometimes used to augment standard surgery, as well. For instance, rotator cuff surgery and carpal tunnel release are two such situations. Others include repairing or resectioning torn cartilage from the knee or shoulder, reconstruction of the knee’s anterior cruciate ligament, or removing loose bone or cartilage in a joint. ARTHROSCOPIC SURGEON HOUSTON While this is a minimally invasive procedure, it will still require anesthesia and a specialized surgical facility or hospital operating room. Once the appropriate anesthesia has been administered, the arthroscopic surgeon makes a small incision in the skin, about the size of a buttonhole. The arthroscope will be inserted through this incision, and other incisions may be necessary to allow other tools to access the joint. A light and camera are inserted first, allowing the arthroscopic surgeon to visually inspect the joint and determine the appropriate course of action. Once the surgery is over, the tools are removed and the incisions will be covered with a dressing. Recovery usually takes very little time (this is an outpatient procedure in most cases). Possible Complications of Arthroscopic Surgery Houston While uncommon, there are some possible complications from this procedure. Infection is perhaps the most common, but blot clots, swelling, and damage to the nerves may also occur in some instances. Is Arthroscopic Surgery Right for You? If you are suffering from joint or arthritis pain and standard treatments seem to be doing no good, contact us to set up an appointment with one of our Houston Based Orthopaedic Surgeons. Arthroscopic surgery may be the key to identifying the underlying condition, correcting it, and giving you back your range of movement and quality of life. FIND A LOCATION REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT ONLINE CALL FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT BELLAIRE 713-650-6900 HOUSTON / HEIGHTS 713-650-6900 KATY 281-829-2000 KINGWOOD 281-358-4145 Founded in 1950, Orthopaedic Associates was formed to provide excellent orthopaedic treatment and surgery. Privacy Information PDF | Rich Text Quick Links: Home Overview Staff Careers Patient Forms Medical FAQs Blogs Contact Us Contact Us: Orthopaedic Associates, LLP Houston Orthopedic & Spine Hospital 15200 Southwest – Fwy #295 Sugar Land, TX 77478 713-650-6900 713-349-6595 info@oadoc.com Visit Us: Copyright 2020 Orthopaedic Associates, LLP All Rights Reserved. Site by MYC