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Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine

Department of Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine

On behalf of the Department of Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine of BGS Gleneagles Global Hospitals, Bangalore, we offer you a warm welcome! We are very happy to share information about our department. Arthroscopy is a type of minimally invasive procedure which allows doctors to diagnose and treat joint injuries and disease using small incisions in the skin. We are amongst some of the best hospitals for Arthroscopy in Bangalore. Sports medicine is a practice of orthopaedics that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and restoration of injuries suffered during sports activities. We have one of the best team of doctors, infrastructure, and technologies interventional radiology.

We have some of the most experienced and some of the best sports medicine specialists in Bangalore who takes good care of the patients. Our doctors are qualified with many years of experience. Being amongst the best arthroscopy surgeon in Bangalore, they make sure to cater to all the problems of the patient with full dedication.

Why Choose Us

BGS Gleneagles Global Hospitals, Bangalore, is undoubtedly among one of the best hospitals for sports medicine in Bangalore. Our Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy department comprise of some of the best arthroscopy doctors in Bangalore. We have one of the best sports medicine doctors in Bangalore. The hard work and efforts for the patients put by our doctors make us one of the best hospitals for arthroscopy in Bangalore. We feel very grateful towards our patients for imbibing trust in us.

We are a centre specialized in providing comprehensive care catered to meet patient needs.

  • A centre for developing procedures and advanced surgical care
  • A centre for harnessing the power of technology to improve patient outcomes
  • A centre for delivering patient experiences with empathy and positivity
  • A centre for promoting the need for early detection & holistic treatment

Our commitment to improving patient outcomes and patient quality of life remains undeterred. To this end we remain steadfastly committed to

  • Use of advanced technology
  • World-class quality standards
  • Pioneering new treatment methods
  • Employing the best talent

Our Diagnostic Capabilities

The quality of diagnostic methods plays a significant role in the early detection and evaluation of diseases. Being one of the best hospitals for sports medicine in Bangalore for the diagnosis of diseases related to arthroscopy, we maintain the highest standards by applying technologically superior diagnostic services and automated processes which improve the speed and efficiency of results. We have skilled clinicians, some of the best arthroscopy surgeon in Bangalore, and world-class equipment at our diagnostic labs, and that makes us one of the best hospitals for arthroscopy in Bangalore. Some key diagnostic procedures that we offer for diagnosis and treatment of problems related to Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine include the following

Hip arthroscopy

Hip Arthroscopy requires the use of specialized operating tables to position the patient to apply gentle traction on the hip joint. It further provides added space joints so that specialized instruments can be placed through tiny incisions to perform a variety of procedures. We have some of the best arthroscopy doctors in Bangalore who perform the diagnosis. These procedures can vary from 30 minutes in duration to almost 3 hours and will involve several procedures at the same time.

Ankle arthroscopy

Ankle Arthroscopy is done because it is one of the most difficult joints to access in the human body. Proper and timely diagnosis done can be extremely beneficial for treating ankle related problems. It is used in treating injuries associated to the cartilage surfaces and underlying bone, ankle impingement, removing loose bodies and synovectomies, treatment of ankle fractures, treatment of joint infections, removal of scar tissue, and assistance in arthrodesis.

Elbow arthroscopy

Elbow arthroscopy is more appealing than traditional “open” elbow surgery in as it tends to generate less scar tissue and allows for more rapid rehabilitation. It is important as the elbow is known to have a high risk of stiffness after injury or surgery, and elbow arthroscopy can minimize this risk for the same. The most common uses of elbow arthroscopy are for removing scar tissue, loose bodies, inflammation, and treating disorders such as tennis elbow.

Shoulder arthroscopy

Shoulder Arthroscopy has been rapidly expanding over the last few decades, offering a faster, safer and far less painful alternative to traditional methods of surgery. It is done to diagnose and treat Shoulder Impingement, Rotator Cuff Tears, Glenoid Labrum Tears (SLAP tears), Shoulder Instability, Arthritis, and Biceps tendonitis. Our trained sports medicine surgeons are amongst the best sports medicine specialist in Bangalore and have undergone specialized and focused training in this surgical technique and use this as their primary surgical tool for most procedures.

Knee arthroscopy

Knee Arthroscopy is one of the most common surgeries performed in the field of orthopaedics. All our orthopaedic surgeons perform it. The more complicated and newer procedures are usually performed by some of the best sports medicine doctors in Bangalore. Some of the common procedures performed are Meniscus debridement or repair, Removal of loose bodies, Treatment of isolated cartilage defects, Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction, Scar Tissue Releases.

Treatment & Procedures

BGS Gleneagles Global Hospitals, Bangalore, has a dedicated Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine team that works towards treating various types of diseases to the best of their efficiencies. We have one of the best sports medicine specialists in Bangalore who helps and guide the patient through the whole treatment process from the beginning to the end. Our doctor prepares the patient well by giving him/her complete knowledge about the process.

What conditions can be treated with arthroscopy?

Arthroscopy is performed to diagnose and treat various problems related to joints. It deals with the major and minor joint injuries like:

  • Knee
  • Shoulder
  • Elbow
  • Ankle
  • Hip
  • Wrist

What should be done during the post-surgery recovery phase?

Being one of the best hospitals for Arthroscopy in Bangalore, our doctors take care of the patients and suggest them some post-surgery recovery methods like:

  • Medications: The doctors prescribe medication to relieve pain and inflammation.
  • RICE: Doctors advise rest, ice, compress, and elevating the joint to reduce swelling and pain.
  • Protection: The patient needs temporary splints like slings or crutches for comfort and protection.
  • Exercises: Doctors recommend physical therapy and rehabilitation to strengthen your muscles and improve the function of the joint.

What is Arthroscopy?

Arthroscopy is a procedure that is used to diagnose and treat joint treatment. In this procedure, the surgeon inserts a narrow tube attached to a fibre-optic video camera through a buttonhole-sized incision. After it is inserted, the view inside the joint of the patient is transmitted to a high-definition video monitor for the doctor to observe the patient. It is performed to confirm a diagnosis which is made after a physical examination and other imaging tests such as MRI, CT scan or X-rays. Through arthroscopy, our surgeons can see inside your joint without making a large incision. We have some of the best arthroscopy surgeons in Bangalore who repair some types of joint damage during arthroscopy with pencil-thin surgical instruments which are inserted through additional small incisions.

Arthroscopy helps to deal with all the joint-related problems of these joints

Our Doctors

BGS Gleneagles Global Hospitals has one of the best team of doctors and surgeons in Bangalore to deliver the best treatment and care through Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine. Access to a team of highly experienced and some of the best sports medicine specialist in Bangalore ensures that our patients have access to only the best medical minds, who are ably supported by a world-class team of nurses & paramedical staff. We fall under one of the best hospitals for sports medicine in Bangalore. We have the latest equipment and some of the best arthroscopy surgeon in Bangalore for the treatment of diseases. Our success rate and expertise of some of the best sports medicine doctor in Bangalore help the patients to trust us, and their support has made us the most preferred choice amongst the other best hospital for arthroscopy in Bangalore!

Dr Basavaraj C M: Best Consultant - Orthopaedic Surgery | Doctors & Surgeon Image | BGS Gleneagles Global Hospitals, Bangalore
Dr Basavaraj C M

MBBS, D’Ortho, DNB (Ortho), MRCS (Glasgow), FRCS (Trauma and Ortho), Arthroplasty Fellowship (UK)

HOD & Senior Consultant – Orthopaedic Surgery (Revision and Joint Replacement Surgery)

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