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Shoulder Arthroscopy

Shoulder arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgery used to diagnose and treat shoulder problems. You might have arthroscopy for rotator cuff tears or shoulder impingement. Minimally invasive procedures require smaller incisions than traditional surgery. Each incision is about the size of a keyhole.

How is a shoulder arthroscopy performed?

During shoulder arthroscopy, small incisions are made around the shoulder joint. A saline solution is pumped in to expand the joint and enhance visibility. An arthroscope, a small camera, is inserted through one incision to transmit images to a monitor. Specialised instruments are inserted through other incisions to perform procedures tailored to the specific condition.

This may involve repairing a torn rotator cuff, removing damaged tissue or bone spurs, addressing shoulder instability, or treating other shoulder conditions like labral tears or biceps tendon injuries. After the surgery, the incisions are closed, and physical therapy is often recommended for rehabilitation and recovery.

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Shoulder Instability- Arthroscopy can be used to treat shoulder instability, including recurrent dislocations or subluxations. The procedure may involve repairing or tightening the structures that support the shoulder joint.
Rotator Cuff Tears- Arthroscopy is commonly performed to repair rotator cuff tears. It allows the surgeon to visualise and repair torn tendons, remove damaged tissue, and restore shoulder function.
Labral Tears- Arthroscopy is commonly used to diagnose and repair labral tears, such as Bankart or SLAP tears. These tears often occur in athletes or individuals involved in repetitive overhead activities.
Shoulder Impingement- If conservative treatments for shoulder impingement (subacromial bursitis) are unsuccessful, arthroscopy can remove inflamed tissue, bone spurs, or other structures, causing pain and restricted movement.
Shoulder Arthritis- In cases of severe shoulder arthritis, arthroscopy may be used for joint debridement, synovectomy (removal of the inflamed joint lining), or to assess the joint before considering joint replacement surgery.

Shoulder arthroscopy is a surgical procedure that repairs the tissues inside or around your shoulder joint and is a much-preferred mode of shoulder repair these days. The following are the advantages of shoulder arthroscopy over traditional open surgery:

  • ○ Smaller incisions hence reduced risks and complications
  • ○ There is very little soft tissue trauma
  • ○ Less postoperative pain
  • ○ Healing time is shorter
  • ○ Reduced infection rate
Recovery of Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
  • ○ Patients must not lift heavy objects, perform strenuous activities or operate heavy machinery.
  • ○ The doctor may put a splint or immobiliser in place for stability and comfort.
  • ○ It can take around 6 months to return to daily activities and up to a year for a full recovery.
  • ○ Regular follow-ups can help doctors monitor for any complications.
  • ○ Patients are encouraged to take physical therapy to help strengthen their shoulders.
  • ○ Pain relief medications are provided to keep patients comfortable while they heal.
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