Comprehensive Treatment for Knee Arthritis at Pain and Vascular Institute
At the Pain and Vascular Institute, we provide comprehensive, minimally invasive solutions for knee arthritis—ranging from advanced image-guided therapies like genicular artery embolization to personalized pain management approaches—helping patients reduce pain, restore mobility, and improve quality of life without major surgery.
What is Genicular Artery Embolization?
Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE) is a minimally invasive procedure that helps relieve knee pain from arthritis. Using a tiny catheter and x-ray imaging, a doctor identifies and blocks the small, abnormal blood vessels in the knee that cause inflammation. This reduces pain, improves mobility, and can delay or even avoid the need for knee replacement surgery—all with no large incisions and a quick recovery.
Why is Genicular Artery Embolization effective?
Knee arthritis is linked to the growth of abnormal blood vessels (“neovascularity”) around the joint. These vessels act as highways, carrying inflammatory chemicals that cause pain, swelling, and further damage to the cartilage. Over time, this creates a harmful cycle where more abnormal vessels form, worsening symptoms and limiting mobility. Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE) breaks this cycle. Using a tiny catheter, we block these abnormal vessels with microscopic particles—shutting down the pathways for inflammation while preserving normal blood flow to the knee. This helps reduce pain, swelling, and progression of arthritis, restoring mobility and improving quality of life.
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In Summary
Genicular Artery Embolization is a proven, minimally invasive treatment option for patients suffering from knee arthritis. It offers long-lasting relief, restores function, and avoids the risks of major surgery—helping patients get back to the activities they love.
