Knee

Prone to injuries such as tears of the meniscus and ligaments, arthritis and tendinitis, the knee is one of the main weight bearing hinges of the body. Arthroscopy, a technique that utilizes a tiny camera inserted through a small incision to aid the surgeon in clear diagnosis and minimally invasive surgical techniques often proves an effective treatment when conservative care and physical therapy are not enough. In more severe cases, partial knee replacement, a technique that preserves as much tissue as possible while replacing damaged areas, provides decreased scaring, a wider range of motion and more rapid recovery than full replacement.