Ankle Arthroscopy

Rheumatoid Arthritis Slideshow

• Ankle Arthroscopy Introduction
• Risks
• Ankle Arthroscopy Preparation
• During the Procedure
• After the Procedure
• Next Steps
• When to Seek Medical Care
• Synonyms and Keywords
• References
• Authors and Editors

Ankle Arthroscopy Introduction

Ankle arthroscopy involves the surgical evaluation and treatment of the ankle for a variety of conditions.

Arthroscopy involves the use of fiberoptic cameras and very small surgical tools, which work through much smaller incisions than traditional surgery.

• You may need ankle arthroscopy if you have debris in your ankle from torn cartilage or from a bone chip. Also, if there is ligament damage from a severely sprained ankle, a bone surgeon may choose to do an arthroscopy to evaluate the extent of damage and possibly to repair it.

• For some people, arthroscopy means a speedier recovery, less scarring, and fewer complications than open surgery.