Are There Risks to Genicular Artery Embolization?
Deciding on a medical treatment, especially a newer one like Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE), naturally comes with questions about safety. While you may be excited by the promise of significant, non-surgical knee pain relief, it’s both wise and responsible to ask: “What are the risks?” A clear understanding of a procedure’s safety profile is essential […]
Is GAE Painful? A Guide to Comfort During the Procedure
When you’re living with chronic knee pain, the thought of any medical procedure—even one designed to bring relief—can be intimidating. One of the first and most common questions patients ask is: “Will it hurt?” This is especially true for a newer, less familiar treatment like Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE). You’re already in pain; the last […]
Can Physical Therapy Improve GAE Results?
Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE) has emerged as a revolutionary treatment for chronic knee pain from osteoarthritis, offering patients a minimally invasive way to achieve significant, long-lasting relief. By targeting and reducing the inflammation that drives pain, GAE opens up a world of new possibilities for movement and activity. But while the procedure itself is a […]
Exercises That Support GAE Outcomes
Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE) offers a remarkable breakthrough for those suffering from chronic knee pain due to osteoarthritis. By targeting and reducing the inflammation that drives pain, this minimally invasive procedure can dramatically improve your quality of life, allowing you to move with a freedom you may not have felt in years. If you want […]
How Weight Loss Helps Knee Pain & GAE Results
It is a piece of advice that almost every patient with knee osteoarthritis has heard, often repeated so frequently that it can feel like background noise: “If you lose weight, your knees will feel better.” For many, this suggestion can feel frustrating, dismissive, or simply overwhelming. When you are in pain, the idea of exercising […]
What Are the Genicular Arteries?
The human knee is a marvel of biological engineering. A complex assembly of bones, cartilage, ligaments, and tendons, it is designed to withstand immense forces while providing the flexibility needed for everything from walking and running to jumping and squatting. When this intricate joint works as it should, we barely give it a second thought. […]
Activities to Avoid After Genicular Artery Embolization
You have just undergone Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE), a state-of-the-art procedure to treat your chronic knee pain. One of the most appealing aspects of this treatment is its remarkably fast recovery. You were able to walk out of the clinic on your own and can look forward to a swift return to your daily life. […]
Can You Walk Immediately After GAE?
When facing a medical procedure for chronic knee pain, particularly one related to osteoarthritis, the first question on almost every patient’s mind is about recovery. We are conditioned to associate “knee treatment” with “downtime.” We picture crutches, walkers, bulky braces, and weeks spent navigating the world from a couch or a bed. This fear of […]
Realistic Recovery Timeline After GAE
You’ve made the decision to undergo Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE), a cutting-edge procedure to treat your chronic knee pain. This is a significant step toward reclaiming your mobility and quality of life. As you approach your procedure date, a common and important question arises: “What will my recovery actually look like?” Unlike knee replacement surgery, […]
How to Prepare for a GAE Procedure
You have made an exciting and proactive decision. After living with the debilitating effects of chronic knee pain, you have chosen to pursue Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE)—a breakthrough, minimally invasive treatment that targets the inflammatory source of your discomfort. This procedure represents a new chapter, one with the promise of less pain, better mobility, and […]