At Charlottesville Orthopaedic Center, we believe in staying ahead of the curve with the most advanced tools in orthopedic care. One of the newest additions to our practice is VisionScope joint imaging—a minimally invasive way to see inside an injured joint and provide a clear, same-day diagnosis.
Why Choose VisionScope Joint Imaging?
Before VisionScope, most patients needed X-rays, CT scans, or MRIs. While useful, these tests could require separate appointments, create long wait times, and sometimes cause discomfort—especially for patients who dislike confined spaces. Some scans even failed to give the full picture of the injury.
VisionScope joint imaging changes all that. This advanced technology lets us perform the diagnostic procedure right in our office, often in less than thirty minutes, so treatment can begin sooner.
How the VisionScope Procedure Works
During your appointment, your doctor will start with a consultation to understand your symptoms. If further evaluation is needed, we numb the area with a local anesthetic. Then, using a small tube inserted through a needle, a miniature camera provides a close-up, high-definition look inside the joint.
This approach lets us:
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See exactly what’s happening in the joint
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Identify the extent of any damage
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Create an accurate, personalized treatment plan
Benefits for Our Patients
VisionScope joint imaging offers clear advantages:
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Fast results: Imaging and diagnosis can happen in the same visit
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Comfortable experience: Virtually painless and minimally invasive
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Quick recovery: Only a Band-Aid needed after the procedure
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Accessible: Covered by many insurance plans
Most patients return to normal activities immediately after the appointment.
A Faster Path to Healing
With VisionScope joint imaging, you get quick answers, accurate diagnoses, and a treatment plan without the delays of traditional imaging. This means you can start your recovery faster and get back to the activities you love.
If you’re experiencing joint pain, contact Charlottesville Orthopaedic Center to see if VisionScope joint imaging is right for you.
Sources Cited:
https://medlineplus.gov/arthroscopy.html
https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/arthroscopy/about/pac-20392974
https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/treatment/arthroscopy/
Dr. David Nielsen, D.O. is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with over 20 years of experience in hand, upper extremity, and shoulder surgery. He trained at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and the University of South Florida. He brings over two decades of surgical experience and a deep commitment to patient-centered care as the founder of Charlottesville Orthopaedic Center.
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