Minimally Invasive, Arthroscopic Surgery
Enjoy the benefits of surgery with a shorter recovery and fewer side effects. Ask if your procedure at Billings Clinic will be arthroscopic. This approach uses small incisions instead of large incisions. That means less pain after surgery and a quicker return to your favorite activities.
What’s Arthroscopic Surgery?
Arthroscopy is a surgical technique, not a specific treatment. Your surgeon makes two or more incisions the size of a keyhole or buttonhole over your joint. Then, the surgeon slides in a scope—a thin tube with a light and camera. It sends images of your joint to a large monitor in the operating room as your surgeon works.
Arthroscopic Surgery Cost
Treatment usually costs less than open surgery, which uses a long incision. That’s because you likely won’t have to stay overnight in the hospital afterward.
To see prices for orthopedic procedures, view our standard charges.
What Less-Invasive Surgery Treats
Billings Clinic often performs knee arthroscopy, hip arthroscopy, shoulder arthroscopy, elbow arthroscopy, and wrist arthroscopy. These procedures treat injuries such as:
- Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Cartilage injuries
- Inflammation in a joint
- Loose fragments of bone or tissue
- Repeated shoulder dislocations
- Rotator cuff tears
- Shoulder impingement
Arthroscopic Surgery Recovery Time
Minimally invasive procedures affect your body less than traditional surgery. So, you’ll have less downtime. Ask your surgeon how soon you could make a full recovery. You’ll need to take it easy for a few weeks to a few months, depending on your specific treatment.
Let our rehabilitation services help you get back to your routine as soon as possible.
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