Understanding elbow arthroscopy
Arthroscopic elbow surgery uses a small camera and instruments through 2–3 keyhole incisions to clean, repair or release tissues inside the elbow.
Used for stubborn tennis elbow, loose bodies, post-traumatic stiffness, synovitis and OCD lesions, arthroscopy delivers excellent outcomes with minimal soft-tissue damage and a fast return to activity.
Signs you may need elbow arthroscopy
Persistent lateral elbow pain, locking, catching or stiffness despite physiotherapy are typical indications.
- Persistent tennis elbow pain (>6 months)
- Elbow locking or catching
- Loose bodies seen on imaging
- Severe stiffness limiting daily life
- OCD lesion on MRI
- Failed conservative treatment
How elbow arthroscopy is done in Delhi
Day-care procedure, 45–90 minutes under regional anaesthesia.
- Two to three keyhole incisions around the elbow
- Camera and instruments inserted
- Joint inspected on HD monitor
- Damaged tissue trimmed, loose bodies removed or release performed
- Wounds closed with single sutures
Benefits of elbow arthroscopy
Tiny scars, very fast recovery and quick return to work and sport.
- Day-care surgery
- Tiny scars, minimal pain
- Quick return to work (1–2 weeks)
- Accurate diagnosis and treatment
- Less blood loss
- Long-term joint preservation
Recovery after elbow arthroscopy
Use arm in 2–3 days, work in 1–2 weeks, sport in 6–10 weeks.
Day-care arthroscopic procedure, discharge same day.
Begin gentle range-of-motion and quad strengthening.
Walk without support, light desk work resumed.
Jogging, cycling and gym strengthening begin.
Phased return to pivoting sports under guidance.
Elbow Arthroscopy cost in Delhi NCR
Elbow arthroscopy in Delhi NCR ranges from ₹80,000 – ₹1.6 lakh.
Cost depends on the specific procedure performed and hospital. Most insurance plans cover arthroscopy.
Most major insurance plans (cashless) accepted. Final cost depends on implant brand, hospital and complexity.