Shoulder arthroscopy

Why you need a Shoulder Arthroscopy Surgery  Shoulder arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgery used to diagnose and treat shoulder problems. An arthroscopy may be necessary if you have a rotator cuff tear or shoulder stiffness. Minimally invasive surgery requires smaller incisions than traditional surgery. Each incision is shaped like a keyhole. Signs That Highlight We Need For Shoulder Arthroscopy Surgery • INABILITY TO CARRY OBJECTS OR USE THE ARM   • INJURY THAT CAUSES DEFORMITY OF THE JOINT  • INABILITY TO RAISE THE ARM  • SWELLING OR SIGNIFICANT BRUISING AROUND THE JOINT OR ARM  • SHOULDER PAIN THAT PERSISTS BEYOND A FEW DAYS  • SHOULDER PAIN THAT OCCURS AT NIGHT OR WHILE RESTING  • SIGNS OF AN INFECTION, INCLUDING FEVER, REDNESS, WARMTH  Recovery after Shoulder Arthroscopy In surgery, your surgeon may advise you to follow certain steps for better results. Pain medication will be given, a bandage will be placed around the operated sho...

Shoulder arthroscopy is a type of surgery used to diagnose and treat shoulder problems. Your healthcare provider repairs your shoulder through small incisions. Shoulder arthroscopy is an outpatient procedure, meaning you can go home the same day. Although full recovery may take weeks or months, exercise and physical therapy can help with recovery. What happens before arthroscopic shoulder surgery Before shoulder arthroscopy, your provider will ask you about your health history. You should also bring a complete list of medications with you. You may need to stop taking some of your medications a few days before your surgery. What happens during shoulder arthroscopy A shoulder arthroscopy usually takes less than an hour. During shoulder arthroscopy: You will be semi-reclining (beach chair position) or lying on your side. Your surgical team will shave the hair (if necessary) and clean your skin with an antiseptic solution. They may put your arm in a holding device to make sure it's sta...