Review Question - QID 8590

A 25-year-old recreational soccer player has recurrent shoulder dislocations. He first dislocated his shoulder playing football in high school, was treated in a sling for 6 weeks, and returned to play for the remainder of the season. He did well until 2 years later when he reinjured the shoulder. He says that his shoulder dislocates with little injury and always "feels loose." Examination reveals anterior instability and an MR arthrogram reveals an anterior-inferior labral tear and surgical treatment is recommended. He inquires about the benefits of arthroscopic vs open procedure. Which of the following statements reflects an advantage associated with arthroscopic procedures compared to open stabilization?