What Is Knee Arthroscopy?

Knee arthroscopy is a widely used surgical procedure that aims to reduce patient recovery time and pain compared to traditional open surgery. This minimally invasive technique enables orthopedic surgeons to inspect the interior of the damaged knee joint, diagnose the injury, and perform the necessary repairs. Arthroscopic knee surgery involves the use of an arthroscope, which is a tiny camera, and specialized, thin surgical instruments to examine, diagnose, and repair the knee and its surrounding structures.

What Does Knee Arthroscopy Treat?

Arthroscopic knee surgery is performed by Dr. Nawaid Ahmed to treat a wide number of knee injuries and conditions, such as:

  • Knee fractures
  • Damaged or torn ligaments
  • Damaged or torn meniscus
  • Articular cartilage defects
  • Osteoarthritis

Dr. Nawaid Ahmed frequently uses knee arthroscopy to treat various knee injuries and conditions in his patients. By utilizing this minimally invasive technique, he makes small incisions in and around the affected area to access and examine the knee joint. Using the arthroscope, he can thoroughly inspect the injury and determine the most suitable surgical approach for the patient.