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Arthroscopic surgery
Arthroscopic surgery involves looking inside of a joint with a very small camera. The joint is filled with water and the camera is placed into the joint, using small incisions. Most orthopaedic surgeons utilize arthroscopic surgery to treat a variety of conditions, including: meniscal and rotator cuff years, joint infections and inflammation, removal of loose bodies and ligament reconstructions.
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Will I be able to go back to school after arthroscopic surgery?
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Had an arthroscopic surgery on my shoulder last year July and I am still experiencing pain where I wake up during the night. Anything I can do?
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I had a tfcc tear 3 months ago and I have an arthroscopic surgery for it in 3 days. I do not feel any pain unless i lift orput some weight on it; it still clicks. Is it still worth having asurgery?
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Why is it that cycling is allowed after knee arthroscopic surgery?
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Are there any common complications resulting from arthroscopic surgery for a torn meniscus?
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Hi. I have a grade 2 meniscus tear I am having arthroscopic surgery on a friday can I return to work on monday?
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I had a torn meniscus. Treated with arthroscopic surgery. Meniscus related complaints resolved but i now. Have new complaints. Normal?
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