Treatments/Knee Arthroscopy

Knee Sports Injuries

Knee Arthroscopy

Knee arthroscopy showing the arthroscope camera and surgical instrument with the real-time view inside the joint

Minimally invasive keyhole surgery for meniscal tears, cartilage lesions, and mechanical locking of the knee. High-definition arthroscopy allows targeted repair or debridement while protecting healthy tissue.

Who it is for

  • • Meniscal tear, ramp lesion, or root avulsion
  • • Mechanical locking, catching, or swelling after injury
  • • Focal cartilage injury suitable for preservation techniques
  • • Diagnostic assessment of the knee when imaging is inconclusive

Surgical approach

  • • 4 mm high-definition arthroscopic portals
  • • Meniscal repair preferred over resection whenever tissue quality allows
  • • Cartilage restoration or debridement matched to lesion type
  • • Early protected motion to avoid stiffness

Recovery

  • • Brace and crutches protocols vary by repair type
  • • Desk work often resumes within days when the meniscus is not repaired
  • • Running and pivoting only after strength and hop testing when repair is performed

Knee Sports Injuries

Discuss Knee Arthroscopy with Dr. Ya'ish

Consultations take place at Healthpoint Hospital, Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi. Toll-free 800 77.