{"id":1026,"date":"2025-06-26T12:52:14","date_gmt":"2025-06-26T09:52:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tasosdeligeorgis.gr\/?post_type=therapeies&p=1026"},"modified":"2025-07-04T11:23:54","modified_gmt":"2025-07-04T08:23:54","slug":"shoulder-arthroscopy","status":"publish","type":"therapeies","link":"https:\/\/tasosdeligeorgis.gr\/en\/therapeies\/shoulder-arthroscopy\/","title":{"rendered":"Shoulder Arthroscopy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

What is Shoulder Arthroscopy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Shoulder arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure used to diagnose and treat various conditions affecting the shoulder joint. It is a modern technique that allows for direct visualization inside the joint, enabling accurate identification and immediate repair of shoulder damage, typically without requiring hospitalization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The shoulder is a joint capable of movement across multiple planes, making it particularly vulnerable to injuries. In the past, the only treatment option was open surgery, which involved extensive trauma to the joint, prolonged hospital stays, and immobilization with pain lasting for weeks. The groundbreaking arthroscopic method has resolved many of these issues.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Orthopedic Surgeon \u2013 Sports Medicine Specialist Dr. Anastasios Deligeorgis<\/strong> is highly trained in the latest arthroscopic surgical techniques, having completed his training in internationally accredited orthopedic centers. He has served as a Clinical Instructor in arthroscopy at major international hospitals and conferences. Additionally, the 3rd Orthopedic Clinic of Hygeia Hospital<\/strong>, where he is the Deputy Director, is one of the few orthopedic centers in Greece internationally certified as an arthroscopic surgery training center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shoulder Anatomy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The shoulder is a complex joint with the greatest range of motion of any joint in the human body. It connects the upper part of the humerus (arm bone) with the scapula (shoulder blade) and the distal end of the clavicle (collarbone).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Humeral Head<\/strong>: The upper part of the humerus forms a spherical head that fits into the glenoid cavity of the scapula. Both surfaces are covered with articular cartilage, which provides smooth movement and absorbs shocks during activity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Labrum<\/strong>: The rim of the glenoid cavity is lined with a strong fibrocartilaginous tissue called the labrum, which deepens the cavity and helps stabilize the joint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Joint Capsule<\/strong>: The shoulder joint is surrounded by a capsule that produces synovial fluid for lubrication. Various ligaments also surround and stabilize the joint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rotator Cuff<\/strong>: Four tendons form the rotator cuff, keeping the humeral head centered within the shallow glenoid cavity. These are the tendons of the supraspinatus, infraspinatus, subscapularis, and teres minor muscles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Subacromial Bursa<\/strong>: Above the rotator cuff and beneath the acromion (the bony part of the scapula above the humeral head) lies the subacromial bursa. This fluid-filled sac allows the rotator cuff to glide smoothly during arm elevation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description of Shoulder Arthroscopy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The orthopedic surgeon inserts an arthroscope\u2014a tiny camera with strong lighting\u2014through a small incision (about 3\u20135 mm) in the shoulder skin. The internal view of the joint is then magnified and displayed in high resolution on a screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This enables the surgeon to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n