Loose Body Removal in Bengaluru at VijaySheela Sports-Orthopedics Clinic

At VijaySheela Sports-Orthopedics Clinic, Bengaluru, Dr. Vijay Girish provides expert evaluation and treatment for patients suffering from knee joint discomfort caused by loose bodies. Loose bodies—small fragments of bone, cartilage, or tissue—can move freely within the joint space, leading to pain, locking, swelling, and restricted motion. Through precise arthroscopic loose body removal, patients can regain smooth knee movement, reduce pain, and restore joint stability effectively.

What is Loose Body Removal?

Loose Body Removal is a minimally invasive arthroscopic procedure performed to remove free-floating fragments inside the knee joint. These fragments may result from injuries, degenerative arthritis, osteochondritis dissecans, or cartilage damage. Even small loose bodies can cause significant irritation and mechanical symptoms such as catching, clicking, or the knee "locking" during motion.

The surgery is typically performed under regional or general anesthesia using an arthroscope—a small camera inserted through a tiny incision. Specialized surgical instruments are then used to locate and remove all loose fragments without affecting healthy tissue. This approach minimizes pain, speeds up recovery, and restores normal knee joint mechanics efficiently.

At VijaySheela Sports-Orthopedics Clinic, advanced imaging and arthroscopic techniques ensure precise diagnosis and safe removal of loose bodies. Each treatment plan is customized to the patient’s condition, severity of symptoms, and associated joint pathology, ensuring optimal recovery and long-term results.

Benefits of Loose Body Removal

Arthroscopic loose body removal provides immediate relief from mechanical symptoms and improves overall knee function. The key benefits include:

Eliminates locking, catching, and painful clicking sensations within the knee joint.
Reduces swelling and inflammation by removing joint irritants.
Restores smooth range of motion and enhances knee stability and comfort.
Minimally invasive approach with smaller incisions, less pain, and quicker recovery.
Prevents further joint damage caused by continuous irritation from floating fragments.

Recovery and Postoperative Care

Most patients can walk with partial weight-bearing on the same or next day after surgery.
Swelling typically subsides within a few days with rest, ice therapy, and medication.
Physiotherapy begins early to restore range of motion and strengthen surrounding muscles.
Most patients resume normal activities and work within 2–4 weeks, depending on recovery progress.
Long-term outcomes are excellent, with improved comfort, stability, and knee performance.

At VijaySheela Sports-Orthopedics Clinic, Bengaluru, Dr. Vijay Girish uses advanced arthroscopic techniques for the safe and precise removal of loose bodies. The focus remains on rapid recovery, joint preservation, and restoring full knee function, ensuring that every patient returns to a pain-free, active lifestyle with confidence.