Knee Arthroscopy Treatment

Knee Arthroscopy Treatment in Wayne, New Jersey

At High Mountain Orthopedics, we focus on helping to relieve your pain and reduce the time it takes for you to heal. We provide a variety of treatments for common knee problems, including knee replacement, repair and knee arthroscopy. We also assist our patients with healing problems related to the spine, neck and back, shoulder, elbow and other joints.

What Is Knee Arthroscopy?

Knee arthroscopy is a surgical technique that helps diagnose and treat problems in your knee joint. During this procedure, the surgeon makes a very small incision in your knee and inserts a tiny camera, called an arthroscope, to get a better idea of your knee’s overall condition and internal health.

The camera, or arthroscope, captures and displays images for the surgeon that help guide them in their decision-making process of performing surgery.

Benefits Of Knee Arthroscopy

Knee arthroscopy procedures are much less invasive than open surgery, so the recovery time is quicker and there is usually reduced pain for the patient as well.

This procedure is useful in diagnosing a range of knee problems, including:

• Persistent joint pain and joint stiffness
• Damaged cartilage
• Floating fragments of bone or cartilage
• Fluid buildup

Patients typically choose knee arthroscopy over other surgical procedures because arthroscopy offers:

• Less tissue damage
• Faster healing time
• Fewer stitches
• Less pain after the procedure
• Lower risk of infection, since smaller incisions are made

That being said, knee arthroscopy isn’t always for everyone. People with degenerative knee diseases or osteoarthritis, for example, may not benefit from a knee arthroscopy procedure.

People Who May Benefit From Knee Arthroscopy

Patients who experience persistent age-related or extensive wear-and-tear-related knee damage or those who have a painful condition that’s unresponsive to nonsurgical treatment may benefit the most from knee arthroscopy.

Knee arthroscopy can potentially help you maintain a normal and active lifestyle with greater comfort in your daily life.

Preparing For A Knee Arthroscopy

At High Mountain Orthopedics, we work with our patients closely to prepare them for their knee arthroscopy procedure. Sometimes that may involve gentle exercises, discontinuing over-the-counter medications or fasting for 12 hours or more before the procedure. Our doctors at High Mountain Orthopedics can provide you with all of the information you need to prepare.

Knee Arthroscopy At High Mountain Orthopedics

Whenever possible, High Mountain Orthopedics aims to use the least invasive methods possible. Of course, our ultimate goal is to restore function and relieve any knee pain you may be experiencing, and that means surgery is sometimes necessary to achieve a state where you’re feeling pain-free.

Find Out More Information About Knee Arthroscopy

The skilled physicians and well-trained staff at High Mountain Orthopedics are ready to assist you with common knee problems. Get help and relief from knee pain you’re experiencing by contacting our office by phone or filling out our online contact form. We’re available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help you relieve chronic knee pain. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors, call 973-595-7779, or call 973-321-1790 to arrange a meeting with someone in our physical therapy department.