Nano Arthroscopy

An Exciting New Technology In Sports Medicine

We’re excited to introduce some exciting new technology in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine called the NanoNeedle from Arthrex Inc. This is a needle sized scope which can be used to perform ultra-minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery. In the past this technology was used for diagnostic purposes, but now we believe this will revolutionize the surgical treatment of many orthopaedic injuries and conditions.

• Minimally Invasive: Smaller incisions mean less pain, scarring, and a quicker recovery time.
• Reduced Trauma: Less tissue damage leads to a reduced risk of complications.
• Faster Recovery: Get back to your normal activities sooner.
• Improved Visualization: High-resolution images provide accurate diagnosis and treatment.
• Less Anesthesia: Often requires less anesthesia, reducing the risk of side effects.
• Reduced Pain: Less postoperative pain and reduced need for pain medication.
• Enhanced Patient Experience: A more comfortable and less invasive procedure.

See It In Action

Dr. Anderson has been working with Arthrex over the past few years to develop and refine techniques that utilize the NanoNeedle. Learn more about what we can currently treat with NanoNeedle:

Shoulder

Nano arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure that can be used to treat a variety of shoulder conditions. It is a good option for patients who want a less invasive procedure with a faster recovery time.

• Rotator cuff tears: The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that help to stabilize the shoulder joint. Tears in the rotator cuff can cause pain and weakness in the shoulder. Nano arthroscopy can be used to repair torn rotator cuff tendons.
• Shoulder impingement syndrome: Shoulder impingement syndrome occurs when the tendons of the rotator cuff become irritated and inflamed as they pass under the acromion bone. Nano arthroscopy can be used to remove bone spurs and inflamed tissue that may be causing the impingement.
• Labral tears: The labrum is a ring of cartilage that surrounds the shoulder socket. Tears in the labrum can cause pain and instability in the shoulder joint. Nano arthroscopy can be used to repair torn labrum tissue.
• Biceps tendonitis: Biceps tendonitis is an inflammation of the biceps tendon, which can cause pain in the front of the shoulder. Nano arthroscopy can be used to repair a torn biceps tendon or to remove inflamed tissue.

An example of a patient’s tear (left), the repair (center), and the patients shoulder 1 week after surgery (right).

Knee

Nano arthroscopy, also known as needle arthroscopy, is a minimally invasive procedure that uses a tiny camera on a needle-like device to navigate in small joint spaces, including the knee and hip. It is a less invasive procedure than traditional arthroscopy, which means that it has a shorter recovery time and is associated with less pain and scarring.

• Damaged cartilage: Nano arthroscopy can be used to repair and reshape damaged cartilage in the knee to create a smooth surface.
• Meniscal tears: The meniscus is a piece of cartilage that acts as a shock absorber in the knee joint. Nano arthroscopy can be used to repair or remove torn meniscus tissue.
• Joint inflammation: Nano arthroscopy can be used to remove inflamed tissue from the joint, which can help to reduce pain and swelling.

Elbow

Nano arthroscopy is a good option for patients who have small joint injuries or who are not good candidates for traditional arthroscopy. It can be used to diagnose and treat a variety of conditions, including:

• Loose bodies and cartilage damage
• Scar tissue and contractures

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