Introduction to Knee Arthroscopy
Knee arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to diagnose and treat problems inside the knee joint. The surgeon inserts a small camera through a small incision to examine the joint and guide specialized surgical instruments. Aomax Ortho offers orthopedic implants and sports medicine solutions that support selected arthroscopic procedures, including ligament reconstruction and soft tissue repair.
Advanced Techniques in Knee Arthroscopy and Ligament Reconstruction
Knee arthroscopy is commonly used to assess and treat injuries involving the meniscus, articular cartilage, and knee ligaments. During the procedure, the surgeon uses an arthroscope to visualize the joint and specialized instruments to treat the affected structures. Meniscus tears may be managed through repair or removal of damaged tissue, depending on the injury. In anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, a graft may be secured using fixation devices such as an Endo Button or an interference screw. Suture anchors and high-strength fiber sutures may also be used in selected soft tissue repair procedures. The choice of implant depends on the injury, surgical technique, patient anatomy, and the surgeon’s assessment.
Why Is Knee Arthroscopy Performed?
- To diagnose and treat selected meniscus tears.
- To reconstruct a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL).
- To treat selected posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injuries.
- To remove loose cartilage or bone fragments from the knee joint.
- To address certain cartilage injuries.
- To assess and treat selected causes of persistent knee pain or swelling.
- To repair selected soft tissue injuries around the knee.
- To improve knee function when a treatable joint problem restricts movement.
Products Related to Knee Arthroscopy
- Endo Button with Loop – used for graft fixation in selected ligament reconstruction procedures.
- Adjustable Loop Endo Button – supports adjustable graft fixation in suitable procedures.
- Continuous Loop Endo Button – used in selected ligament reconstruction techniques.
- Titanium Interference Screw – used for fixation of a graft within a bone tunnel.
- PEEK Interference Screw – an alternative implant material for selected graft fixation procedures.
- Titanium Suture Anchor – used for selected soft tissue-to-bone repairs.
- PEEK Suture Anchor – supports selected soft tissue fixation procedures.
- High-Strength Fiber Suture – used in ligament, tendon, and soft tissue repair.
- Fiber Tape – used in selected soft tissue reinforcement and fixation techniques.
- Spiked Ligament Staple – used for selected ligament fixation applications.
Knee Arthroscopy in Global Orthopedic Practice
- United States
- China
- India
- Germany
- Japan
Knee Arthroscopy Benefits
- Detailed joint visualization: Helps surgeons inspect internal knee structures through a camera.
- Targeted treatment: Allows selected problems to be treated through small incisions.
- Support for ligament reconstruction: Compatible fixation implants can help secure grafts in appropriate procedures.
- Soft tissue repair: Suitable anchors and sutures can support selected repair techniques.
- Potentially reduced tissue disruption: Arthroscopy may limit disruption to surrounding tissues compared with some open procedures.
- Treatment planning: Direct visualization can help the surgeon assess the condition of the joint.
- Functional recovery: Appropriate treatment and rehabilitation may help improve knee movement and stability.
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