Arthroscopic Surgery (Knee, Shoulder, Ankle, Elbow)
Care Before the Procedure
- Avoid eating or drinking as instructed before surgery.
- Inform the doctor about current medications or allergies present.
- Arrange transportation for after the procedure due to sedation.
- Wear loose and comfortable clothing suitable for joint access.
Care During the Procedure
- Local or general anesthesia will be administered for comfort.
- Small incisions are made for the camera and instrument insertion.
- Joint fluid may be used to expand and visualize area.
- Continuous monitoring of vital signs throughout the surgery is done.
Care After the Procedure
- Apply ice and elevate the joint to reduce swelling.
- Take prescribed medications for pain and infection prevention.
- Begin gentle physiotherapy as advised by your surgeon.
- Keep incision sites clean and dry to promote healing.
Eligibility
- Individuals with persistent joint pain, swelling, or locking affecting daily activities, not relieved by conservative measures.
- Patients with diagnosed meniscus tears, ligament injuries, or cartilage damage requiring precise repair or removal.
- Athletes or physically active people needing early return to sports after joint injuries.
- People with loose bodies or structural joint abnormalities detected through imaging or clinical examination.
- Avoid eating or drinking as instructed before surgery.
- Inform the doctor about current medications or allergies present.
- Arrange transportation for after the procedure due to sedation.
- Wear loose and comfortable clothing suitable for joint access.
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Orthopedics
KIMSHEALTH’s Department of Orthopaedic Surgery offers internationally recognised, multidisciplinary care for all musculoskeletal problems. Using minimally invasive techniques ranging from endoscopic spine surgery to robotic joint replacement, our surgeons develop a treatment plan customised for each patient by working closely with anaesthesia, rehabilitation, and other specialists. We manage complex trauma and fractures with a dedicated 24/7 trauma ICU, provide limb reconstruction (including Ilizarov techniques) and perform microsurgical reimplantation for severe limb injuries. We cover arthroscopy and sports-injury care, hand and microvascular surgery, paediatric orthopaedics and scoliosis correction, plus specialist clinics for back pain, osteoporosis and arthritis.
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