Arthrolysis is a type of joint surgery. It is surgery that is meant to loosen stiff joints and allow them to move freely again.
The surgical loosening of an ankylosed joint is called ARTHROLYSIS. Arthrodesis is the opposite -- surgical ankylosing of a joint.
Arthrolysis is a surgical procedure aimed at relieving stiffness and restoring movement in a joint by removing adhesions, scar tissue, or other obstructions. It is typically performed using an arthroscope, which is a minimally invasive instrument that allows the surgeon to visualize the joint interior and perform the necessary interventions. Through small incisions, the surgeon can carefully dissect and remove the tissue that restricts joint movement. This procedure is often utilized in cases of post-traumatic stiffness or following joint surgeries where excessive scarring has developed.