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Ankle Arthroscopy

Arthroscopy is an advanced medical surgical method that has become popular in the late 90s. This surgery was mainly introduced for joint problems. It not only examines the problem but also helps in conducting surgical procedures.

Arthroscopic surgery can be done on many joints. But it is most commonly performed on the knee, shoulder, elbow, ankle, hip, or wrist.

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Overview

What is Ankle Arthroscopy?

Ankle arthroscopy is a small surgery that helps doctors look inside your ankle using a tiny camera called an arthroscope. The doctor makes very small cuts in your skin to put the camera and tiny tools into the ankle. This way, the doctor can find out the issue and fix it.

These issues include torn ligaments, cartilage damage, or loose pieces inside the ankle. Because the cuts are small, it usually hurts less and heals faster than regular surgery.

Need for Ankle Arthroscopic Surgery

Ankle arthroscopy helps with many ankle problems, especially when other treatments like rest and medicine do not work effectively. Some common reasons for ankle arthroscopy include:

  • Pain: Chronic ankle pain that does not get better with usual care.
  • Injured Ligament: Torn or injured ligaments cause instability or pain.
  • Impingement: Bone or soft tissue gets blocked and makes ankle movement hard. It is called impingements.
  • Loose Bone: Loose pieces of bone or cartilage inside the ankle joint that cause pain. Sometimes, it also makes the ankle lock.
  • Injury in Surface: Cartilage damage or defects in the bone surface.
  • Synovitis: Inflammation of the ankle lining (synovitis) causes swelling and pain.
  • Arthritis: Stiffness in the ankle that causes pain and limits movement.
  • Infection in Joints: Removing scar tissue or infected tissue during treatment.

Benefits of theAnkle Arthroscopy Procedure

Here are some of the benefits of the ankle arthroscopy procedure:

  • Less Pain: Only small cuts are made, so it hurts less.
  • Less Scars: Smaller cuts mean fewer scars and quicker healing.
  • Same Day Relief: You can often go home the same day after surgery.
  • Faster Recovery: In ankle arthroscopy surgery, recovery is faster than regular open surgery.
  • Minimal Damage: Less damage to healthy parts of the ankle.
  • Better Visuals: The doctor can see clearly inside the ankle to fix problems better.
  • Back to Daily Routine: You can start moving and using your ankle sooner.
  • Repair Soft Tissues: It repairs soft tissue, tendons, cartilage, and bones. With tiny tools, a doctor can easily repair the damaged parts of the knees properly.

Tips to Consider after Ankle Arthroscopy

After the ankle arthroscopy procedure, there are some tips that every patient should keep in mind. Some of the main things to consider are as:

  • Rest as much as possible to help your ankle heal.
  • Keep your ankle raised above heart level to reduce swelling.
  • Use ice packs on your ankle for 15-20 minutes several times a day to lower swelling and pain.
  • Follow your doctor’s instructions on pain medicines and take them as prescribed.
  • Avoid putting weight on your ankle for the time your doctor advises. Use crutches or a walker if needed.
  • Keep the surgical area clean and dry, and change bandages as your doctor tells you.
  • Start gentle ankle movements or physical therapy only when your doctor says it’s safe.

What is the theAnkle Arthroscopy Price?

The cost of ankle arthroscopy depends on the hospital, city, and the doctor’s experience. Generally, it ranges from Rs. 45,000 to Rs. 2,00,000. The exact price depends on the complexity of surgery, the type of hospital, room facilities, and medicines.

To know the exact cost, it is best to talk to an orthopedic doctor or hospital directly.

Factors That Affect Ankle Arthroscopy Cost

Many factors affect the final cost of ankle arthroscopy. Some of the main factors are as follows:

  • Location and type of hospital
  • Type of the procedure
  • Complexity of operation
  • Surgeon’s experience and reputation
  • Anesthesia used
  • Hospital stay and room type
  • Diagnostic tests, medications, physiotherapy, and other services.

Frequently asked questions

Ankle arthroscopy is a small surgery where the doctor uses a tiny camera and tools to check your ankle joints through small cuts to fix problems.

Doctors make a few small cuts around the ankle, then insert a thin tube with a camera (arthroscope) to look inside. They also use tiny tools through other small cuts to repair or remove damaged tissue.

Yes, you may feel some pain and swelling after surgery. But it is less painful than open surgery.

The ankle arthroscopy procedure usually takes about 1 hour. But it also depends on which part of the ankle is being considered.

The doctor may give you general anesthesia (sleep through surgery) or regional anesthesia (numb leg but stay sleepy), depending on your body type and the complexity of surgery.

Most people take a few weeks to months to fully recover.

Like any surgery, there can be risks like infection, bleeding, or nerve injury, but they are rare.

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