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What is Single Portal Arthroscopy?
Single Portal Arthroscopy (SPA) is a new minimally invasive arthroscopic technique, designed to replace the need for two or three incisions required by standard arthroscopy.
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The SPA Advantage
Get back on your feet and back to living life. Patients reported less pain, fewer pain pills, less swelling and a faster recovery time.[1]
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Learn more about how SPA works and why SPA is beneficial for knee procedures.
Evolution of Arthroscopic Surgery
Arthroscopic surgery was introduced in the early twentieth century, and since then has evolved by great lengths to help improve patients lives.
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A new knee surgery designed to reduce pain and shorten recovery time.[1]
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Medical Disclaimers
The information in this SPA site is provided for educational purposes only and is not meant as medical advice. Accordingly, Stryker assumes no liability related to your decision to pursue SPA based on any information provided in this SPA site. Speak to your doctor to decide if SPA is right for you and your specific condition. As with any surgery, SPA carries certain risks. Your doctor should explain the possible complications of surgery as well as any side affects you may experience. Your doctor should also let you know what to expect before, during, and after surgery which may be different from case to case.
References
[1]: DE Cooper, "Single Portal vs. Two Portal Knee Arthroscopy: A Level 2B Clinical Pilot Study. Arthroscopy Assn. of N. America Annual Meeting ePoster, May 2014
SPA patients, on average, reported less pain at day 2, day 4, day 7, day 30, and day 90 with statistically significant results at days 4 and 7; less scarring and tenderness at three months post-op; less interference with daily routine activities and playing sports at one month than 2 portal patients; 42% of patients required no pain pills after leaving the facility compared to 10% of 2 portal patients.
[2]: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. (2010). Knee Arthroscopy. In OrthoInfo. Retrieved March 9, 2014, from http://orthoinfo.aaos.org/topic.cfm?topic=a00299.
[3]: Osteoarthritis Education. (2014). Retrieved March 9, 2014, from http://www.djoglobal.com/education/patient-education/osteoarthritis-education.
