What is it?
Arthroscopy uses a tiny camera and instruments inserted through small incisions to treat joint problems with minimal trauma.
Used for the knee, shoulder and hip, arthroscopy treats meniscal tears, cartilage damage, ligament injuries and joint impingement — usually as day-care surgery.
Symptoms — when do you need it?
Persistent joint pain, locking, catching or swelling that hasn't responded to medication.
- Joint locking or catching
- Recurrent swelling
- Pain on twisting movements
- Cartilage or meniscal injury on MRI
- Joint impingement
- Loose bodies inside the joint
The procedure
Day-care procedure, 30–60 minutes under regional anaesthesia.
- Tiny incisions (keyhole) made around the joint
- Camera and instruments inserted
- Joint inspected on HD monitor
- Damaged tissue trimmed, repaired or removed
- Wounds closed with single sutures
Benefits
Tiny scars, very fast recovery, often outpatient.
- 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 timeline
Walk same day, work in 1–2 weeks, full recovery in 6 weeks.
Procedure completed in 60–90 minutes.
Stand and take a few assisted steps.
Walk independently with support and go home.
Climb stairs and resume light daily activity.
Drive, work, walk long distances comfortably.
Return to sports, travel and high-activity life.
Robotic-Assisted Arthroscopy cost in Delhi NCR
Arthroscopic joint surgery in Delhi NCR ranges from ₹80,000 – ₹1.8 lakh.
Cost depends on the joint, repair type and hospital. Most insurance plans cover arthroscopy.
Most major insurance plans (cashless) accepted. Final cost depends on implant brand, hospital and complexity.