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Arthroscopy services offered in Fort Worth, Southlake and Weatherford, TX
At Texas Health Care Fort Worth’s Bone & Joint Clinic in Fort Worth, Southlake, and Weatherford, Texas, the board-certified surgeons use arthroscopy to get a clear picture of issues inside painful joints. They diagnose and treat concerns with minimally invasive techniques so that you recover faster, with less discomfort and better outcomes. Book your next visit by calling the nearest office or using the online scheduler today.
Arthroscopy Q&A
What is arthroscopy?
If you have problems in a joint, the highly trained team at Texas Health Care Fort Worth’s Bone & Joint Clinic makes a tiny incision through which they insert a small camera (arthroscope) and instruments to examine and treat the problem. The camera transmits images that let your surgeon view the joint in detail.
Arthroscopy is minimally invasive and can examine problems with your major joints, including:
- Knees
- Shoulders
- Hips
- Ankles
- Elbows
- Wrists
The team uses arthroscopy to diagnose joint damage and treat conditions like torn cartilage, ligament injuries, inflammation, loose bone fragments, and joint instability.
Who is a candidate for arthroscopy?
You could be eligible for arthroscopy if you struggle with:
- Persistent joint pain, swelling, or stiffness
- Limited range of motion
- Issues like the joint locking or catching when you try to move it
- Sports and overuse injuries
- Joint damage
After a thorough evaluation, your provider determines whether arthroscopy is right for you.
What are the benefits of arthroscopy?
If you’re a candidate, you’ll benefit from:
- Smaller incisions and minimal scarring
- Less postoperative pain
- Reduced risk of infection
- Shorter recovery and rehabilitation time
- Faster return to work, sports, and daily activities
Minimally invasive procedures inflict far less trauma on the body, allowing the team to deliver the best possible outcomes.
What happens during arthroscopy?
Arthroscopy is usually an outpatient procedure. You’ll typically be under local, regional, or general anesthesia, depending on the joint and condition your surgeon is treating.
During the procedure, the team sterilizes the joint and administers the anesthesia. Your surgeon makes one or more small incisions around the joint, then inserts the arthroscope to view the inside of the joint.
They insert specialized instruments to repair, trim, or remove damaged tissue as needed, and then close the incisions.
Most patients go home the same day. You can expect mild swelling and discomfort at first. To regain your strength and mobility, be sure to attend your scheduled physical therapy sessions.
Arthroscopy is an effective procedure with excellent outcomes, and could be the solution you need to get back to your normal activities with better function and less pain. Book your consultation online or by calling the nearest office today.