Foot & Ankle Arthroscopic Surgery
Arthroscopic surgery is a minimally invasive procedure, in which small fiber optic cameras are used to see inside a joint to assist with diagnosis, as well as treatment of various conditions. This can be useful when imaging techniques, such as X-rays and MRIs, are unable to identify pathology within the joint. By using an arthroscope, the surgeon can see inside the joint without creating a large incision.What Can be Treated with Arthroscopic Surgery?
Many joints in the lower extremity are amenable to arthroscopic surgery, including the ankle and subtalar joints. The procedure is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, bone spurs, torn cartilage, torn ligaments, certain types of fractures, joint infection, osteochondral defects, loose bodies, and following athletic injuries. More recently, arthroscopic surgeries have been utilized for larger reconstructive surgeries, such as ankle fusions and complicated fractures. Though most commonly used for joint pathology, arthroscopy can be used in other instances, such as surgical treatment for plantar fasciitis. Arthroscopic surgery also allows for more accurate diagnosis of any underlying conditions that may not show up on X-ray, MRI, or CT scan. Not all conditions can be treated arthroscopically, but in cases where arthroscopy is possible, the recovery time is often much quicker than those that require traditional surgery.Where Does the Surgery Take Place?
These procedures can be performed as an outpatient and allow patients to recover more quickly, have less scaring, lower chance of infection and bleeding, and can provide immediate pain relief. Surgery can be performed in an operating room at a hospital or surgery center.How is the Surgery Performed?
Arthroscopic surgery is typically done under general or regional anesthesia. One small hole (portal) is created for the arthroscope (camera). The arthroscope transmits an image of the inside of the joint, which is viewed by the surgeon on a video monitor in the operating room. Sterile fluid is circulated through the joint to distract the joint and create space while the joint is being visualized. Other small portals can also be created to insert small surgical instruments that can be used to clean up arthritic joints, or to repair damaged ligaments. Each portal may be closed with just one or two stitches. There will be some swelling and bruising after the surgery. Overall recovery time is determined by the exact procedure performed. A thorough discussion between patient and surgeon is vital to talk about the best treatment course, as well as activity level and recovery goals post-operatively. Though arthroscopic surgery may not be appropriate for everyone, it is a great alternative to many procedures that require a bigger incision and longer recovery periods.FASMA Doctors Performing This Specialty / Service
Locations
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Silver Spring, MD (Fenton)
8630 Fenton Street Suite 324
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Phone: 301-587-5666
Fax: 301-589-4479
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Washington, DC (1775 K Street)
1775 K Street NW Suite 580
Washington, DC 20006
Phone: 202-331-9727
Fax: 202-887-0741
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Chapel Hill, NC
1506 E. Franklin Street Suite 104
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Phone: 919-960-8858
Fax: 919-960-2882
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Frederick, MD (Thomas Johnson Drive)
63 Thomas Johnson Dr Suite C
Frederick, MD 21702
Phone: 301-696-0818
Fax: 301-696-8872
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Washington, DC (19th Street)
1145 19th Street NW Suite 605
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-833-9109
Fax: 202-833-5762
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Palmetto Podiatry Group of Anderson
2126B N Hwy 81
Anderson, SC 29621
Phone: (864) 231-6395
Fax: (864) 231-6520
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Reston, VA (Hospital Campus)
1860 Town Center Drive Suite 220
Reston, VA 20190
Phone: 703-391-0211
Fax: 703-880-1192
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Gastonia
251 Wilmot Dr
Gastonia, NC 28054
Phone: 704-861-0425
Fax: 704-861-0274
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Alpine Podiatry – Rock Hill
430 S. Herlong Avenue, Suite 105
Rock Hill, SC 29732
Phone: (803) 327-2217
Fax: (803) 327-2272
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Kensington, MD
10901 Connecticut Avenue Suite 200
Kensington, MD 20895
Phone: 301-949-2000
Fax: 301-949-2002
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Rockville, MD (Shady Grove Rd)
15215 Shady Grove Rd Suite 307
Rockville, MD 20850
Phone: 240-268-7450
Fax: 301-949-8833
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Clarksville, MD
6100 Day Long Lane Suite 208
Clarksville, MD 21029
Phone: 443-535-8770
Fax: 443-535-8775
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Mt Airy, MD (South)
1502 S. Main Street Suite 307
Mt Airy, MD 21771
Phone: 301-829-2244
Fax: 833-915-0243
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Concord, NC
492 Copperfield Blvd NE
Concord, NC 28025
Phone: 704-788-9797
Fax: 704-788-6830
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University, NC
8310 Medical Plaza Drive Suite E
Charlotte, NC 28262
Phone: 704-548-0222
Fax: 704-548-1157
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Greencastle, PA
50 Eastern Ave Suite 122
Greencastle, PA 17225
Phone: 717-643-0795
Fax: 717-643-0833
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Hagerstown, MD
11110 Medical Campus Road Suite 100
Hagerstown, MD 21742
Phone: 301-739-1575
Fax: 301-739-1578
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Manassas, VA
8577A Sudley Rd
Manassas, VA 20110
Phone: (703) 368-7166
Fax: (703) 368-5103
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Reston, VA (Reston Pkwy)
1760 Reston Pkwy., Ste 310
Reston, VA 20190
Phone: (703) 723-2719
Fax: (866) 453-6775
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Wake Foot & Ankle – Wake Forest
833C Wake Forest Business Park
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Phone: 919-230-7233
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Chevy Chase, MD
5530 Wisconsin Avenue Suite 945
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Phone: 301-913-5225
Fax: 301-913-9145
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Rockville, MD (North Bethesda)
11801 Rockville Pike Suite 105
Rockville, MD 20852
Phone: 301-881-6222
Fax: 301-881-1639
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Raleigh, NC (Wake Forest Rd)
3801 Wake Forest Rd Suite 100
Raleigh, NC 27609
Phone: 919-850-9111
Fax: 919-850-2499
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Cary, NC
103 Parkway Office Court Suite 100
Cary, NC 27518
Phone: 919-481-3338
Fax: 919-467-2436
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Richmond, VA
1465 Johnston Willis Drive
Richmond, VA 23235
Phone: 804-320-3668
Fax: 844-468-5770
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Pasadena, MD
8155 Ritchie Highway Suite B
Pasadena, MD 21122
Phone: 410-768-5800
Fax: 410-768-5806
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Silver Spring, MD (White Oak)
2415 Musgrove Road Suite 103
Silver Spring, MD 20904
Phone: 301-384-6500
Fax: 301-384-6670
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Alpine Podiatry – Fort Mill
105 Ben Casey Drive, Suite 133
Fort Mill, SC 29708
Phone: (803) 396-8670
Fax: (803) 396-8657
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Gettysburg, PA
506 W. Middle Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Phone: 717-778-3338
Fax: 717-778-3340
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Greenbelt, MD
7501 Greenway Center Dr Suite 810
Greenbelt, MD 20770
Phone: 301-577-4464
Fax: 301-577-4702
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McLean, VA
1313 Dolley Madison Blvd., Suite 403
McLean, VA 22101
Phone: (703) 556-8637
Fax: (866) 453-6775
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Martinsville, VA
1 Dudley Street
Martinsville, VA 24112
Phone: 540-344-3668
Fax: 540-774-4615
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Roanoke, VA
222 Walnut Avenue SW
Roanoke , VA 24016
Phone: 540-344-3668
Fax: 540-343-2457
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Salem, VA
1802 Braeburn Drive Suite A2130
Salem, VA 24153
Phone: 540-344-3668
Fax: 540-774-4615
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Mooresville, NC
206 Joe Knox Avenue Suite D
Mooresville, NC 28117
Phone: 704-235-0474
Fax: 704-660-3987