Arthroscopic Surgery

Diagnosing and repairing a damaged joint, tendon, or ligament can be tricky. But with innovative, minimally invasive tools—our specialists can expertly navigate your joints to diagnose and treat common and complex orthopedic conditions

Types of Arthroscopic Procedures at Virtua

Using a tiny incision, our surgeons insert an arthroscope—a sophisticated tool that contains a tiny tube, camera, and light—to look inside your joint and repair damage. Generally, arthroscopic surgery can detect joint issues affecting the knee, hip, shoulder, elbow, ankle, and wrist.

Beyond accurately diagnosing complex conditions that might require advanced surgery, arthroscopy can treat:

• ACL tears in the knee
• Bone chips
• Carpal tunnel syndrome in the wrist
• Cartilage damage in the knee
• Joint inflammation
• Labral tears in the shoulder and hip
• Meniscus tears in the knee
• Rotator cuff tears in the shoulder
• Shoulder dislocation
• Shoulder bursitis

Am I a Candidate for Arthroscopic Surgery?

Arthroscopic surgery is used to diagnose and treat various joint conditions affecting the knee, shoulder, elbow, ankle, hip, and wrist. And it may be recommended for the following reasons:

• Your joint pain isn’t responding after physical therapy, medication, rest, or braces and splints
• You experienced an underlying injury that can be repaired arthroscopically. For example, arthroscopy can repair loose bone fragments, damaged or torn cartilage, inflamed joint linings, torn ligaments, and more.
• We need to diagnose or confirm a condition that can’t be detected through other measures like X-rays or scans.

Arthroscopic Surgery at Virtua

Whether it's a sports-related injury, everyday wear and tear, or something more serious—our orthopedic surgeons will get to the bottom of your problem. Here's what you can expect by connecting with our team:

• Every detail, covered: Surgery, at every level, can be a little scary. Rest assured that our team will go over every detail, answer every question, and address any concerns. Plus, you'll have confidence knowing that an experienced, board-certified Virtua orthopedic surgeon performs every arthroscopic procedure.
• Optimal convenience: Arthroscopic surgery is usually an outpatient procedure. That means that you'll be able to return home only a few hours after your procedure.
• Comprehensive orthopedic care: At Virtua Orthopedics & Spine, we're here to be your trusted partner in health. If your arthroscopic procedure reveals a more serious joint issue, we can connect you to dedicated specialists who can provide the next-level care you need.

Benefits of Arthroscopic Surgery

• Smaller incision and less scarring
• Faster recovery times
• Less risk of infection
• Minimized pain or need for intensive medication
• The ability to go home the same day of your procedure