Understanding shoulder arthroscopy
Arthroscopic (keyhole) shoulder surgery for the five most common shoulder problems — not robotic.
Indications include: (1) Frozen shoulder — capsular release; (2) Recurrent dislocation of the shoulder — Bankart repair / labral reconstruction; (3) Rotator cuff injuries — single or double-row tendon repair with bio-anchors; (4) Impingement — subacromial decompression; (5) SLAP / PASTA lesions — labral or partial-thickness cuff repair. All performed through 3–4 keyhole portals using an HD camera and fine instruments.
Signs you may need shoulder arthroscopy
Shoulder pain on overhead activity, stiffness, weakness, instability or recurrent dislocation are classic indications.
- Stiffness and pain consistent with frozen shoulder
- Recurrent shoulder dislocation or 'slipping out'
- Weakness or 'catching' from a rotator cuff tear
- Pain on overhead lifting (impingement)
- Deep shoulder pain — possible SLAP or PASTA lesion on MRI
- Pain disturbing sleep; failed physiotherapy
How shoulder arthroscopy is done in Delhi
Day-care or single-night procedure, 60–120 minutes under regional anaesthesia.
- 3–4 keyhole portals (5 mm each) around the shoulder
- HD camera inserted; joint inspected on monitor
- Frozen shoulder: capsular release
- Recurrent dislocation: Bankart / labral reconstruction
- Rotator cuff: tendon re-attached with bio-anchors
- Impingement: subacromial decompression
- SLAP / PASTA: labral or partial cuff repair
- Wounds closed with single sutures; sling applied
Benefits of shoulder arthroscopy
Tiny scars, minimal pain, faster recovery and full motion return.
- Day-care or 1-night surgery
- Tiny scars, minimal soft-tissue damage
- Less post-operative pain
- Faster return to work (2–4 weeks)
- Full overhead motion restored
- Long-term durability of repair
Recovery after shoulder arthroscopy
Sling for 4–6 weeks, desk work in 2 weeks, sport in 4–6 months.
Day-care arthroscopic procedure, discharge same day.
Begin gentle range-of-motion and quad strengthening.
Walk without support, light desk work resumed.
Jogging, cycling and gym strengthening begin.
Phased return to pivoting sports under guidance.
Shoulder Arthroscopy cost in Delhi NCR
Shoulder arthroscopy in Delhi NCR ranges from ₹1.2 – ₹2.5 lakh.
Cost depends on the procedure (cuff repair, labral repair, instability) and number of anchors used. Most insurance plans cover arthroscopy.
Most major insurance plans (cashless) accepted. Final cost depends on implant brand, hospital and complexity.