What is it?
Arthroscopy uses a tiny camera and instruments inserted through small incisions to treat joint problems with minimal trauma. Not robotic — purely keyhole surgery.
Used for the knee, shoulder and elbow, arthroscopy treats meniscal tears, cartilage damage, ligament injuries (ACL/PCL/multi-ligament), frozen shoulder, recurrent dislocation, rotator cuff tears, impingement and SLAP/PASTA lesions — usually as day-care surgery.
Symptoms — when do you need it?
Persistent joint pain, locking, catching, instability or swelling that hasn't responded to medication.
- Joint locking or catching
- Recurrent swelling
- Pain on twisting movements
- Cartilage or meniscal injury on MRI
- Recurrent shoulder dislocation or frozen shoulder
- Rotator cuff weakness, impingement or SLAP/PASTA lesion
- 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.
Arthroscopic Surgery 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.