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Dr. Nitin N Sunku is a consultant orthopedic and sports medicine surgeon. He sees patients at Raghava Multispeciality Hospital, Attibele, on Sarjapura–Attibele Road, and at Health Nest Hospital, HSR Layout, Bengaluru. If pain is rapidly worsening, you cannot bear weight, you develop numbness or weakness in a limb, or you have fever after an injury, seek urgent medical care. For non-emergency evaluation and individualised treatment options, book through the contact page.
Topics across this blog include knee ligament and meniscus problems, shoulder pain and instability, hip and knee arthritis, fracture recovery principles, spine symptoms when urgent causes have been excluded, running and tendon overuse issues, and what to expect from arthroscopy or joint replacement discussions. If you are comparing sources online, cross-check dates and always confirm advice with an in-person clinician.
Knee arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that allows an orthopedic surgeon to see inside the knee joint using a small camera.
Knee arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that allows an orthopedic surgeon to see inside the knee joint using a small camera.
This advanced technique helps diagnose and treat various knee problems with smaller incisions, less pain, and faster recovery compared to open surgery.
During the procedure, a thin tube with a camera (arthroscope) is inserted into the knee. The surgeon can then view the joint on a screen and use specialised instruments to repair or remove damaged tissues.
Knee Arthroscopy is Commonly Recommended For:
Knee arthroscopy is commonly recommended for a variety of conditions, including:
- Meniscus tears
- Damaged cartilage
- Removal of loose bone or cartilage fragments
- ACL or PCL ligament reconstruction
- Treating inflamed joint lining (synovitis)
- Cleaning out infection or scar tissue in the knee
If you have persistent knee pain, swelling, locking, or instability that is not improving with non-surgical treatment, consult an experienced orthopedic surgeon in your area. Early diagnosis and timely arthroscopy can help restore knee function and prevent further damage.
About the Author
Dr. Nitin N Sunku
MBBS, MS (Orthopedics), Fellowship in Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine
Dr. Nitin N Sunku is a Consultant Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Surgeon with over 10 years of focused practice in Bengaluru. He serves as the Team Doctor for Bengaluru FC and consults at Raghava Multispeciality Hospital (Attibele) and Health Nest Hospital (HSR Layout). His clinical interests include arthroscopy, ligament & meniscus care, regenerative orthopedic medicine, ultrasound-guided injections, and joint replacement.
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