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Processing these conditions through 3mm incisions ensures faster recovery for active patients at JCI-accredited facilities.</p> <ul> <li><strong>Ankle impingement:</strong> Removes bone spurs or soft tissue limiting joint range of motion.</li> <li><strong>Ligament repair:</strong> Fixes chronic instability caused by torn ligaments after severe sprains.</li> <li><strong>Osteochondral lesions:</strong> Treats damaged bone and cartilage using debridement or microfracture methods.</li> <li><strong>Loose bodies:</strong> Extracts free-floating fragments that cause the ankle joint to lock.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Bookimed Expert Insight:</strong> Specialized facilities like KDMS Specialized Orthopedic Hospital focus exclusively on musculoskeletal health. This hyper-specialization often leads to higher equipment standards. Some Thai surgeons now integrate PRP or stem cell therapy with arthroscopy. 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