Question 1

how much does arthroscopic surgery (lavage and debridement) cost ?

Accepted Answer

Relative: It all depends on your insurance plan (or lack thereof).  Every surgery involves fees for the surgeon, the anesthesiologist, the operating room, and any medications or disposable equipment needed for the surgery.

Question 2

in september i had arthroscopic surgery on my left shoulder. i had labral and ac debridement, bursectomy and decompression.  why am i still in pain.?

Accepted Answer

Shoulder scope: Check with surgeon to make sure no infection or new tears.

Question 3

i have fai right hip. arthroscopic surgery is april 6. today mri discovered need left ankle scope debridement. can both be done in 1 surgery 2 surgeon?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Technically, yes it could be done, but it is probably not a good idea.  If you had to have a right hip scope and left ankle scope that required non weight bearing after surgery, you would be pretty close to being bed ridden.  Where as if you did one side at a time you could be up with crutches.

Question 4

how long is recovery time from a arthroscopic surgery?

Accepted Answer

Varies: The typical uncomplicated knee scope requires 3-4 weeks to recover from.  Unfortunately, not all scopes are the same.  With meniscus repair, 3-4 months are required.  With ligament repair/reconstruction, 4-6 months.  With cartilage work/repair, anywhere from 2-12 months.  Confirm the proposed procedure to get a more accurate estimate from your surgeon.

Question 5

whats recovery time for knee arthroscopic surgery ?

Accepted Answer

6 weeks: But it also depends on what they did.

Question 6

how long is the recovery time for an arthroscopic surgery on your knee?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Arthroscopy is done for many different diagnosis.  Within 2 weeks you may be fine, other times it can be a couple of months.  Discusss your diagnosis with your surgeon to get a better feel on the estimated recovery for your condition.

Question 7

i am having arthroscopic surgery for tfcc tear in ligament. what is typical recovery length doing this process? i lift heavy items at work all day.

Accepted Answer

Area of tear?: Depends if the tear is in the central avascular portion of the cartilage or in the vascularized peripheral portion including ligament structures. Peripheral tear can be repaired the central tear is treated with debridement. There is usually a longer recovery following peripheral repair.

Question 8

how long is the recovery for ankle arthroscopic surgery? and when can i resume my normal activities after surgery?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Everything depends on your ankle pathology, what will be done during surgical or diagnostic arthroscopy, your general health and coexisting medical problems.  Talk to your surgeon , he is the best to answer your question.

Question 9

i had hip arthroscopy & full debridement  3 weeks ago . in the last 24 hrs i've had inceased pain & dull ache in my calf muscle should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is concerning that you are having one-sided calf pain 3 weeks after an orthopedic procedure. You should see your doctor today for an exam and possibly an ultrasound of the leg to evaluate for a deep vein thrombosis (dvt).

Question 10

had surgery 7 wks ago. had arthroscopic debridement and modified brostrom. 
what is the cause/causes of pain upon walking full weight bearing?

Accepted Answer

Some normal: It would be normal to still have some discomfort 7 weeks after this procedure. The main point is it improving? It's very important to follow your doctor's orders for weight bearing and activity. If pain is severe and increasing despite rest or there is any redness, wound drainage or increasing tenderness then call your surgeon now.

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Lavage and debridement arthroscopic surgery and pain after recovery

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How much does arthroscopic surgery (lavage and debridement) cost ?

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In september i had arthroscopic surgery on my left shoulder. i had labral and ac debridement, bursectomy and decompression. why am i still in pain.?

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I have fai right hip. arthroscopic surgery is april 6. today mri discovered need left ankle scope debridement. can both be done in 1 surgery 2 surgeon?

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How long is recovery time from a arthroscopic surgery?

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Whats recovery time for knee arthroscopic surgery ?

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How long is the recovery time for an arthroscopic surgery on your knee?

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I am having arthroscopic surgery for tfcc tear in ligament. what is typical recovery length doing this process? i lift heavy items at work all day.

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How long is the recovery for ankle arthroscopic surgery? and when can i resume my normal activities after surgery?

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I had hip arthroscopy & full debridement 3 weeks ago . in the last 24 hrs i've had inceased pain & dull ache in my calf muscle should i be concerned?

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Had surgery 7 wks ago. had arthroscopic debridement and modified brostrom. what is the cause/causes of pain upon walking full weight bearing?

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