Arthroscopy

Your knee is a complex structure that helps support your weight and facilitates movement. So things such as trauma, sports injuries or arthritis can affect your ability to function at your best and enjoy life. In recent years, there has been a remarkable increase in the number of knee injuries during competition.

Knee anatomy makes it vulnerable to sports injuries.

The knee is particularly vulnerable to injury, especially in football and soccer. The knee joint lies between the two longest bones of the body. The entire weight of the body is transferred to the feet through the knees. Knees are more prone to injury because they lose stability as they bend. The menisci and ligaments give less effective support to a bent knee. Typical knee problems include:

• ACL injuries (plus MCL, PCL, LCL)
• Meniscal injuries
• Chondral defects
• Patellofemoral pain syndrome

The main reason for ACL reconstruction surgery is to help a patient return more quickly to a high level of competition or activity. Dr. Walker uses some of the most advanced arthroscopic techniques to reduce postoperative discomfort and recovery time. He is a sports medicine physician who has been trained in arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery of the knee. So you’ll always be in the best hands. He delivers all the evidence-based care you need and works with dedicated physical therapists.

Physical therapy instead of surgery to regain lost function.

Most knee problems, including postsurgical problems, respond to nonsurgical treatments such as physical therapy, bracing and orthotics. Our experienced physical therapists work with you one-on-one using the latest equipment and manual therapies to relieve your pain and help you regain lost mobility and function.

For more severe problems… reconstruction or replacement.

If you have a more severe knee problem in which the joint has been badly damaged by arthritis, we may perform the most advanced, minimally invasive reconstructive and total joint replacement procedures. When possible, Dr. Walker performs minimally invasive surgery, which requires smaller incisions and allows for quicker recovery with less pain.

Don’t take a chance with a knee injury.

Visit our patient education library to learn more about Arthroscopy.

Up-to-date care is just a phone call away. Call Walker Orthopaedics in Pine Bluff, Arkansas today at (870) 535-3333 or use our Online Appointment Request Form.

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