Arthroscopy
Arthroscopy is a surgical technique that has been well developed and practiced by surgeons over the past 30 years. It involves the surgeon making an extremely small hole into a joint, introducing a very thin lens through the hole and into the joint, which can relay the image to a video system. This allows the surgeon to evaluate the joint in a non invasive way, and is very useful to provide a prognosis as well as treat damaged joints. As there is minimal damage to the joint during surgery the recovery and down lay time is considerably Often shortened. Often veterinarians will offer arthroscopy as a diagnostic technique in order for them to examine the joint to diagnose the cause of the problem. Arthroscopy is the technique of choice when it comes to removing bone chips and treating osteochondrosis lesions.