SHOULDER ARTHROSCOPY

SHOULDER ARTHROSCOPY

It is the first method preferred in the treatment of cartilage tears caused by persistent shoulder pain, muscle tears, bursa inflammations and shoulder joint dislocations. With the help of optical devices containing special lens mechanisms, the intra-articular image is transferred to the screen. In this way, the shoulder joint can be examined fully. Shoulder arthroscopy is diagnostic and causes less surgical damage and pain. In addition to having a similar success rate to open surgery, post-operative rehabilitation is much easier than open surgery. It allows you to return to your daily life, work and sports life early. The patient who underwent shoulder arthroscopy usually stays in the hospital for 1 night after the surgery. The physical therapy process begins 7-10 days after the patient is discharged and continues for approximately 6-8 weeks. The aim of the recovery process is to ensure full arm range of the patient and preserve muscle strength. An arm sling is used for 4-6 weeks after treatment. You can return to sports life 3 months after the operation, but for sports that require shoulder activity, this period does not start before 6 months.