Best Arthroscopy Specialists in Kalighat, Kolkata

Arthroscopy is a diagnostic procedure which uses tiny camera to look closely at the joints. An arthroscopy is performed by an Orthopedic surgeon or arthroscopy specialist. Arthroscopy can be performed on Knee joint, Shoulder and Elbow joint, ankle and wrist as well as hip joints. The Orthopedic surgeon would suggest Arthroscopy procedure if they suspect, fracture or bone fragments that are caused by trauma, Damaged or torn cartilage that can happen due to a sports injury, there is an inflammation of joints or joint linings due to auto immune diseases, or even in case of Torn ligaments that are not visible in imaging studies. Arthroscopy may be required after a surgery has been performed ad there is limited mobility due to Scarring of joints. For an arthroscopy procedure a tiny incision would be needed to send in a fibre optic camera. This camera displays the insides via a monitor that is examined by the surgeon.