Dr. Ankkur Kumar
Keyhole surgery that treats your joint problem through a tiny incision.
Go home the same day. Back to your life within weeks.
Hearing that you need surgery is frightening for most people.
The first thought is a large cut. A long time in hospital. Months of recovery. Pain that is worse than what you already have.
But arthroscopic surgery is nothing like that.
It is performed through incisions so small they are closed with a single stitch.
Most patients go home the same day. Many are back to light work within a week.
If your knee, shoulder or joint has a problem that needs surgery, there is a very good chance it can be done this way.
Dr. Ankkur Kumar will tell you honestly whether arthroscopy is right for your condition.
What arthroscopy means for you
Incisions so small they are typically closed with just a single stitch. Barely visible scars.
Most patients do not need an overnight hospital stay. Recover in the comfort of your home.
Many patients are back to light work and daily routines within a week.
Minimal tissue damage and no cutting through muscle means recovery is much more comfortable. This is the same minimally invasive arthroscopic technique used in our Minimally Invasive Surgery approach.
A thin camera called an arthroscope is inserted into your joint through a tiny incision — about the size of a buttonhole.
Dr. Ankkur can see every part of the joint clearly on a screen. He can diagnose the exact problem and treat it precisely — all through the same small openings.
Many of these are common sports injury treatment cases.
Arthroscopy is usually considered when a joint problem causes pain, catching, locking or a feeling of instability and has not improved with rest, physiotherapy or medication. An examination and imaging such as an X-ray or MRI help show whether the problem inside the joint can be treated through keyhole surgery.
Not always. Many joint problems settle with non-surgical care such as rest, activity changes, physiotherapy and medication. Dr. Ankkur will advise whether surgery is likely to help you or whether a non-surgical approach should be tried first.
Before surgery you will be told how to prepare, including any medicines to adjust and when to stop eating and drinking. After the procedure, a rehabilitation plan with physiotherapy helps restore movement and strength. Recovery time varies with the joint, the procedure and the individual.
As with any surgery, arthroscopy carries risks such as infection, bleeding, stiffness or a reaction to anaesthesia. These are explained to you in advance so you can make an informed choice.
Arthroscopy requires precision. The camera is small. The instruments are small. The margin for error is even smaller.
Dr. Ankkur has performed arthroscopic procedures for over 15 years. He has seen virtually every type of knee and shoulder problem. He knows what works and what does not.
He will not recommend arthroscopy unless it is genuinely the right treatment for your condition. If physiotherapy or medicines can fix the problem, he will tell you.
When surgery is the right answer, you want someone who has done it hundreds of times. Not someone learning on you. Dr. Ankkur Kumar is that surgeon.
I was back to my desk job within a week after my meniscus repair. Dr. Ankkur explained everything so clearly before the surgery.
My ACL reconstruction went perfectly. The small incisions healed incredibly fast and the pain was much less than I expected.
Dr. Ankkur is honest and highly skilled. He fixed my shoulder problem that had been bothering me for years. Highly recommended.
Dr. Ankkur Kumar uses arthroscopic (keyhole) surgery to treat ACL and PCL reconstruction, meniscus repair and removal, cartilage treatment, shoulder stabilisation, rotator cuff repair, and removal of loose bodies in the joint.
The procedure itself is typically complete in 30 to 90 minutes.
Yes. Most patients rest briefly after surgery and go home the same day.
Walking is usually possible with care by day 2 to 3, with physiotherapy guidance provided, and most patients are moving with confidence and starting light activities by week 1.
Arthroscopic surgery is done through tiny incisions rather than large cuts, without cutting through muscle, and with no significant blood loss.
Arthroscopic (keyhole) surgery can be used to treat conditions such as ligament and meniscus injuries, cartilage damage and shoulder joint problems. Dr. Ankkur Kumar can advise whether it is suitable for your condition.
Procedure length varies depending on the condition being treated. Your surgeon will discuss expected timing during your consultation.
Many arthroscopic procedures allow patients to go home the same day, though this depends on the individual case. Your surgeon will confirm what to expect.
Recovery is guided by a physiotherapist-supervised plan and varies by patient and procedure. Your surgeon will discuss a recovery timeline specific to your case.
Arthroscopic surgery is performed through small incisions using a camera and specialised instruments, rather than the larger incision used in open surgery.
At the PCMC Treatment Centre in Pimple Saudagar, Pune (097311 32793), or at the Balewadi centre (092297 22398). Call or WhatsApp to confirm a time. Clinic hours are Monday to Saturday 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM, and Sunday 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Pimple Saudagar.
One consultation is all it takes to know whether arthroscopy is the right solution for your joint.
Honest answer. Clear explanation. No pressure to decide immediately.
Same-day appointments available. Walk-ins welcome at both clinics.
If arthroscopy alone will not be enough for your joint, read our guides to Knee Replacement Surgery in Pune and Joint Replacement Surgery in Pune.
Visiting from Pimple Saudagar or PCMC? See our page on the Orthopedic Doctor in Pimple Saudagar.
Many patients have trusted Dr. Ankkur Kumar with their health. You can too.