In this publication we describe three techniques for endoscopic carpal tunnel release which use the palmar portal approach and the superficial plane to enable a view from above the transverse carpal ligament. These techniques prevent any iatrogenic compression of the median nerve inside the already narrow tunnel. Although the necessary instruments are inexpensive and recommended in instrumentat...

Although arthroscopy of the hip is being carried out increasingly, little is known about the rate of associated complications. We describe a prospective study of 640 consecutive procedures in which a consistent technique was used. The overall complication rate was 1.6%. Complications, none of which was major or long-term, included transient palsy of the sciatic and femoral nerves, perineal inju...

The effectiveness of subtalar arthrodesis has been well documented in treating degenerative subtalar joint disease. The arthroscopic subtalar approach for arthrodesis has also been proved to give excellent results in terms of bone fusion rates and reduction of wound-related pain and complications. To date, the main concerns about arthroscopy have regarded incision-related neurologic complicatio...

We studied 16 hips (eight cadaver specimens) using arthrography, arthroscopy and anatomical dissection, under incremental traction of up to a maximum of 64 kg, to determine the relationship of the portals to nearby neurovascular structures. The distance of each arthroscopic portal (anterior, anterolateral, and posterolateral) to the associated neurovascular structures was measured after the app...

Arthroscopic shoulder surgery is considered a safe and effective method of treating a variety of shoulder pathologies and is associated with a low complication rate. The type and rate of complications can vary, depending on the procedure, positioning, surgical time, and anesthesia. Fortunately, neurovascular injuries occur infrequently. Numerous studies have described the proximity of neurovasc...

In the growing world of hip arthroscopy instructional texts, it can be challenging to find a consise but detailed sugical guide. The Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) recently published an comprehensive surgical technique guide with internationally renown editors and contributors. The Hip: AANA Advanced Arthroscopic Surgical Techniques (SLACK Inc., Thorofare, NJ, USA, 2016) is one...