Arthroscopy is a surgical technique that involves the introduction of a small circular lens (2.0 to 6.0 mm in diameter) into a joint for the purpose of inspection and possible treatment. The arthroscope is an elongated tube possessing a series of lenses that allow for the magnification of structures within the joint.
Traumatic injuries also include damage to or destruction of. personal appliances, such as eyeglasses or hearing aids, when a personal injury. requiring medical services occurred. An occupational disease or illness is a condition produced by the work environment.
The health care and social assistance sector accounts for the greatest proportion (20.7%) of private industry nonfatal occupational injuries among all sectors. The most common injuries are due to patient handling; slips, trips, and falls; and workplace violence.