
Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive approach to diagnosing and treating many joint conditions.
During the procedure, a fiber-optic instrument with a lighted tip - an arthroscope - is inserted into a small incision near the joint. Through the instrument, your Cedars-Sinai orthopedic surgeon can see inside the joint.
In some cases, repairs or reconstruction of cartilage or torn ligaments can be done arthroscopically. Using miniature tools inserted in small incisions adjacent to the where the arthroscope has been inserted, the surgeon can do surgery while watching the images from the arthroscope.
The advantage of this type of minimally invasive procedure is that it is less pain, heals faster and allows you to return to your regular activities more quickly.
While arthroscopy is commonly used to treat many joint conditions, it is less frequently used in other situations. Arthroscopy is used to:
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