Arthroscopy is a good way to get to the bottom of chronic and acute wrist pain and problems. Arthroscopy is an alternative to imaging procedures such as x-rays, computed tomography (CT) and MRI of the hand (magnetic resonance imaging). The advantage of arthroscopy is that lesions and problem points can be displayed more precisely. The … Arthroscopy of the wrist
The Arthroscope Various instruments are required for arthroscopy of the wrist. First of all, the doctor needs an arthroscope. This is a very thin tube (1.9 – 2.7mm diameter) through which he can look into the joint. The thickness of the arthroscope depends on which joint is to be examined. The smaller the joint, the … The Arthroscope | Arthroscopy of the wrist
Places of use on the wrist The insertion of the arthroscope can be performed at different joint locations on the hand. In addition to the actual wrist between the forearm and the carpal bones (Articulatio radiocarpalis), arthroscopy of the smaller joints in the hand can also be performed, such as the joint between the two … Places of use on the wrist | Arthroscopy of the wrist
