Benefits of Arthroscopy at Encino Orthopedics Center

Arthroscopy is hailed as the preferred method of surgery, whenever possible due to the minimization of risk involved. Unlike traditional or "open" surgery which requires larger incisions, resulting in longer recovery times, and increasing the potential for injections, arthroscopic surgery - although not without risk - greatly reduces the likelihood of complications from surgery.

Conducted as an outpatient surgery in most cases, arthroscopic surgery provided by Encino Orthopedics Center requires only small incisions to made, thus reducing scarring, and the likelihood of infection, while the incision heals. In addition, there is often less pain after an arthroscopic procedure than with a traditional surgery. Arthroscopy also gives orthopedic surgeons the advantage of using a tiny camera to guide the surgeon, while they work to alleviate pain caused by dozens of different work, personal or sports injuries. In addition, most patients who have arthroscopic surgery, return home the same day, and are up and moving around much quicker following this type of surgery. Reduced swelling, and inflammation is also a benefit of arthroscopic surgery versus older surgical methods. Finally, many patients require little to no pain killers after their surgery, and recover on average far faster than those who have open surgery to repair work injuries, injuries from sports, or orthopedic problems resulting from a personal injury.

Dozens of orthopedic injuries and conditions of the ankle, knee, hip, shoulder, elbow, or wrist respond well to arthroscopic surgery performed by Dr. Reisch at Encino Orthopedics in the San Fernando Valley. Contact us today to schedule a consultation to discuss arthroscopy for your sports, work or personal injury.