What is Arthroscopic Knee, Shoulder and Ankle Surgery? Arthroscopic knee, shoulder and ankle surgery includes minimal surgical methods. With the camera system, the knee, shoulder and ankle joint area can be reached and the inside of the joint can be viewed. This imaging method is called arthroscopy. Thanks to arthroscopy, injuries in the joint area can be treated without the need for major surgery. How Is Arthroscopic Knee, Shoulder and Ankle Surgery Performed? Arthroscopic knee, shoulder and ankle surgery can be performed under local or general anesthesia. A small incision is made in the joint area. The camera is sent into the joint via the cable. Damaged parts of the joint can be viewed through the camera. By making another small incision, the hand tools required for treatment can be brought into the joint from this area. Thus, the minimal surgical procedure can be performed by monitoring it on the monitor. **In Which Situations Can Arthroscopic Knee, Shoulder and Ankle Surgery be Applied?** - Meniscus tear, - Anterior or posterior cruciate ligament injuries, - Recurrent shoulder dislocation - Frozen shoulder joint syndrome, - Ankle cartilage injuries.