Arthroscopic Surgery
Arthroscopic Surgery
Arthroscopy is a procedure that is apt diagnosing and treating joint problems. Here the surgeon inserts a narrow tube through a small insertion of the size of a button hole that is connected to a fiber-optic video camera. This instruments has a small lens and lighting system that helps to give a clear picture of the joint. Here the light is transmitted through the fiber optics through the end of the arthroscope. The surgeon will be able to view the interior of the joint with the help of the miniature television that is attached to the arthroscope. It is used as a diagnostic or corrective procedure for relieving the pain arthritis of patients or just mending the ligaments.
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Symptoms Of Arthritis
Joint swelling
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Stiffness in the morning
Low mobility in moving the joint
Skin shows redness around the joint
Types Of Arthroscopic Surgery
Arthroscopic surgery is performed on the knee, hip, shoulder, ankle, wrist, or elbow. The surgeon recommends it depending on the nature of the problem. Here the torn cartilage of the knee is removed and this procedure is called the meniscectomy. Similar to this you have a repair or removal of the scar tissue on the patella or kneecap. Hip arthroscopy include removing bone fragments of the hip joints or pieces of cartilage which have separated from the surrounding tissue. In the case of shoulder arthroscopy repair of the rotator cuff as well as getting rid of loose body is also done.
Precaution after surgery
Medications You will be put under medication to ensure that you heal quickly and relieve you of the pain.
Protection To ensure that you don’t move the joint that has undergone surgery you will be required to use temporary slings or crutches.
Exercise The doctor may also prescribe simple exercises that can strengthen your muscles and ensure quick recovery.
RICE (rest, ice, compress and elevate) Here this gives relief to the joint and can reduce the swelling greatly.
Types of arthritis
Here are some of the common types of arthritis that is found to occur.
Osteoarthritis: This is the gradual wear and tear of cartilage around the joint. This a very common form of arthritis and is found in knee, hip as well facet joint.
Rheumatoid arthritis: Here the body’s defense system attacks the body joints which creates swelling of the joints. This spreads to the nearby tissue which can gradually create cartilage damage. It mostly affects knees, wrists and hands.in some cases it may also affect the skin, nerves and eyes.
Gout: Gouts are also major cause for arthritis problem. People who tend to consume food rich in purine like organ meats (liver, kidney), anchovies, dried beans, mushrooms, sardines and asparagus tend to have it. These foods tend to break down and produce uric acid. This in abundance tends to create crystal deposit in the joint which turns out to be quite painful.
How To Get Relief From Arthritis
can help a lot. The following simple and easy steps can also help you a lot in getting relief from arthritis.
Lose weight
One of the major causes for arthritis is obesity and overweight. Maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly can help shed off some weight. This will in turn reduce the pressure off the joints.
Food
Alcohol should also be avoided. Food rich in omega 3 fatty acids like salmon, mackerel, herring, flaxseed, pumpkin seeds, rapeseed (canola) oil, soybeans, soybean oil, and walnuts are good for arthritis.
Exercise
Aerobic exercises and stretching exercises can be very helpful in getting rid of pain that is developed in the joints. But make sure that you get the advice of a physical therapist or your doctor who can guide you with the right exercises.
Surgery
If the pain is severe and the medication or any remedy is not showing any relief then the doctor may recommend surgery. Here the doctor may replace the joint or take steps to rectify the damage that has occurred over time.
Medication
Medications can provide temporary relief form the pain or irritation developed due to arthritis. There are many medicines that can give some relief for short period of time. But it is important to see that these medicines are taken after the prescription given by the orthopedic doctor
Position
It’s better to avoid staying in one position for long time.
Arthritis happens when there is a slow wear and tear of the cartilage surrounding the joints. Cartilage is that portion of the joint which allows it to move freely. Now when this breaks down the bones tends to rub together and this creates a severe pain as well as inflammation of the joints.
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