Knee Arthroscopy in Pune

What is Knee Arthroscopy?

Knee arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that uses a small camera (arthroscope) inserted through tiny incisions to diagnose and treat conditions inside the knee joint. It offers significant advantages over open surgery including less pain, faster recovery, and reduced risk of complications.

Dr. Sumedh Magar is an ISAKOS-fellowship-trained arthroscopy specialist with extensive experience performing knee arthroscopic procedures for athletes and active patients across Pune.

Conditions Treated

Meniscus Injuries

The menisci are two C-shaped cartilage discs that act as shock absorbers in the knee. Tears are common in athletes and can cause pain, swelling, locking, and reduced function. Arthroscopic meniscus repair preserves the meniscus tissue wherever possible, while partial meniscectomy removes damaged tissue when repair is not feasible.

Cartilage Damage

Articular cartilage injuries in athletes present unique challenges due to cartilage's limited healing capacity. Arthroscopic techniques including microfracture, cartilage shaving, and debridement can relieve symptoms and slow progression of damage, while biological treatments like PRP may support healing.

The Procedure

The procedure is performed under spinal or general anaesthesia as a day-case. Two to three small portals are created around the knee. A camera and instruments are introduced to visualise the joint and perform the necessary repair or debridement. The procedure typically takes 30–90 minutes.

Rehabilitation & Return to Sport

A structured physiotherapy programme begins immediately after surgery. Goals include pain control, swelling reduction, strength restoration, and sport-specific conditioning. Return to competitive sport depends on the procedure performed and ranges from 4 weeks (meniscectomy) to 4–6 months (meniscus repair).

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