🪒 Arthroscopic shavers are the “precision vacuum cleaners” of #orthopedicsurgery - consisting of a “tube within a tube” design that works like a microscopic food processor. The outer tube protects surrounding healthy tissue while the inner tube rotates at thousands of RPM, precisely removing only damaged tissue, a high-tech surgical vacuum with ultra-sharp rotating blades . They allow surgeons to clean joint spaces through tiny incisions vs. traditional open surgery. The rotating inner blade can be adjusted from 100-10,000 RPM for different tissue types. Built-in suction removes debris while cutting, maintaining a clear surgical field. Different blade designs tackle everything from soft synovial tissue to tough cartilage #JointSurgery . The artistry comes with your surgeon’s control - faster speeds for aggressive tissue removal, slower for delicate work around critical structures. Modern shavers even have oscillating modes that increase precision. The basic concept was first developed in the 1970s, but today’s shavers feature state-of-the-art materials like martensitic stainless steel for incredible durability and cutting performance. The latest designs can even differentiate between tissues thinner than a human hair. #Arthroscopic surgical instrument technology has transformed orthopedics, enabling procedures that once required large incisions to be performed through tiny ports - Faster recovery, less scarring, and better outcomes for millions of patients worldwide. #surgicalinstruments . 👇 Been through arthroscopic #JointSurgery - SHARE your experience & tips . . 🎥 credit @tribemedical