Arthroscopic Surgery
Minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery for knee, shoulder, and joint conditions in Forest Hills, Queens with board-certified orthopedic surgeon Dr. Manouel.
About Arthroscopic Surgery
Arthroscopic surgery uses a small camera and specialized instruments inserted through tiny incisions to visualize, diagnose, and repair joint problems without the larger incisions of traditional open surgery. At M&S Vascular and Orthopedic Group in Forest Hills, Queens, Dr. Mehran Manouel performs arthroscopic procedures on the knee, shoulder, and other joints with more than 20 years of surgical experience. Knee arthroscopy is one of the most commonly performed orthopedic procedures in the country. It treats meniscus tears, ACL injuries, loose bodies, cartilage damage, and synovitis. Shoulder arthroscopy addresses rotator cuff tears, labral injuries, impingement, and frozen shoulder. Because arthroscopy requires only small portal incisions, patients experience less pain, less scarring, faster recovery, and lower complication rates compared to open surgery. Most arthroscopic procedures are performed on an outpatient basis, meaning you go home the same day. Dr. Manouel serves patients from Forest Hills, Rego Park, Kew Gardens, Jamaica, Great Neck, and the broader Queens and Long Island area.
What to Expect
Your Visit, Step by Step
Your surgeon will explain the procedure, the expected findings, and the recovery timeline during a pre-operative visit. On the day of surgery, regional anesthesia or light general anesthesia is administered. Dr. Manouel inserts the arthroscope (a small camera) through a portal incision and examines the joint on a high-definition monitor. Additional portals allow instruments to repair, trim, or remove damaged tissue. The procedure typically takes 30 minutes to two hours depending on the complexity of the repair. You will recover in our outpatient area and go home the same day with instructions for ice, elevation, pain management, and when to start physical therapy.
Who Is This For?
Arthroscopic surgery is for patients with joint pain, catching, locking, instability, or limited range of motion caused by cartilage tears, ligament injuries, bone spurs, or chronic inflammation that has not improved with non-surgical treatment.
Related Patient Guides
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Recovery after arthroscopic surgery
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