Arthroscopic Knee Surgeons in Lexington KY

When looking for the best skilled knee arthroscopy surgeons in Lexington, KY, look no further than Bluegrass Orthopaedics, conveniently located on Richmond Road, in Hamburg and in Georgetown. The arthroscope is a fiber-optic telescope that can be inserted into a joint to evaluate and treat a number of conditions concerning the knee, shoulder and ankle. The word arthroscopy comes from two Greek words, arthro (joint) and skopein (to look). The word means to literally look within the joint. In the past, treatment of orthopedics injuries involved extensive surgery, including large incisions, a hospital stay and a prolonged recovery period. Arthroscopy has revolutionized the treatment of joint injuries. Most arthroscopic surgery is performed as day surgery and is usually done under general anesthesia. Knee arthroscopy is common and many procedures are performed each year in Lexington at Bluegrass Orthopaedics.

Arthroscopy is useful in evaluating and treating the following conditions:

• A torn meniscus. Meniscus is cartilage that cushions the space between the bones in the knee. Surgery is done to repair or remove it.
• A torn or damaged anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) or posterior cruciate ligament (PCL)
• Inflamed or damaged lining of the joint. This lining is called the synovium.
• Misalignment of the kneecap (patella). Misalignment puts the kneecap out of position.
• Small pieces of broken cartilage in the knee joint
• Removal of Baker's cyst, a swelling behind the knee that is filled with fluid. Sometimes this occurs when there is inflammation (soreness and pain) from other causes, like arthritis.
• Some fractures of the bones of the knee

The knee is a complex structure that helps support your weight and facilitates movement. Things such as trauma, sports injuries or arthritis can affect your ability to function at your best and enjoy life. In recent years, there has been a remarkable increase in the number of knee injuries during competition. The knee is particularly vulnerable to injury, especially in football and soccer. The knee joint lies between the two longest bones of the body. The entire weight of the body is transferred to the feet through the knees. Knees are more prone to injury because they lose stability as they bend. The meniscus and ligaments give less effective support to a bent knee.

The main reason for ACL reconstruction surgery is to help a patient return more quickly to a high level of competition or activity. Bluegrass Orthopaedics uses some of the most advanced knee arthroscopy to reduce postoperative discomfort and recovery time.

At Bluegrass Orthopaedics, procedures are performed by board-certified knee arthroscopy surgeons in Lexington, KY who specialize in diagnosing and treating knee injuries via arthroscopy. As one of the most up-to-date orthopaedic providers in the greater Lexington market, Bluegrass Orthopaedics has implemented some of the latest surgical technologies and approaches, helping our patients achieve the best possible outcomes. Additionally, we provide comprehensive rehabilitation care after surgery, helping our patients regain their stability, flexibility and range of motion following a knee arthroscopy.

Arthroscopic knee surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that can be very effective for relieving discomfort and restoring the loss of function associated with a torn meniscus and other common knee injuries. Knee arthroscopy is one of the most common and frequently used procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of knee injuries. The knee arthroscopy surgeons in Lexington, KY at Bluegrass Orthopaedics are experts at performing arthroscopy to accurately diagnose and repair injuries and problems affecting the joints.