Why GAE May Be Better Than Arthroscopy for OA-Related Pain
When chronic knee pain from osteoarthritis begins to dictate your life, the search for an effective treatment becomes a top priority. After conservative measures like physical therapy and injections have failed, many patients are presented with surgical options. One of the most common procedures suggested is knee arthroscopy. The idea of a “knee scope” to […]
GAE vs. Total Knee Replacement: Pros & Cons
For individuals suffering from severe, chronic knee pain due to osteoarthritis, the conversation eventually turns to definitive solutions. For decades, the gold standard and final destination for an arthritic knee has been Total Knee Replacement (TKR) surgery. This major operation has restored mobility for millions, replacing a worn-out joint with a new, artificial one. However, […]
GAE vs. PRP: Which Is Better for Knee Pain?
For those navigating the landscape of chronic knee pain, the last decade has brought a wave of exciting new treatment options that go beyond traditional injections and surgery. Among the most talked-about are regenerative therapies like Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), which aim to harness the body’s own healing power. At the same time, innovative vascular procedures […]
GAE vs. Hyaluronic Acid (Gel) Injections: Which Is Better for Your Knee Pain?
For those living with the daily grind of osteoarthritis knee pain, the search for effective, long-lasting relief can feel like a full-time job. You’ve likely tried physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medications, and perhaps even cortisone shots. When those options fail to provide lasting comfort, your doctor might suggest viscosupplementation—better known as hyaluronic acid or “gel” injections. […]
GAE vs. Cortisone Injections: A New Path for Lasting Knee Pain Relief
For millions of people living with chronic knee pain from osteoarthritis, the cortisone shot has long been a familiar, if temporary, friend. When the ache and stiffness become unbearable, a quick injection can feel like a miracle, offering weeks or even months of relief that allow you to get back to your life. But as […]
GAE for Athletes with Chronic Knee Pain
For an athlete, the body is more than just a vessel; it is an instrument of performance, passion, and identity. Whether you are a marathon runner, a weekend warrior on the basketball court, a dedicated CrossFitter, or a former collegiate athlete trying to stay active, you understand the demands placed on your joints. Among these, […]
GAE for Younger Patients with Early Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (OA) is often thought of as an “old person’s disease”—a condition that inevitably comes with gray hair and retirement. But for a growing number of younger, active adults in their 40s and 50s, chronic knee pain from OA is an unwelcome and life-altering reality. Whether it stems from an old sports injury, genetics, or […]
GAE for Patients Who Cannot Get Knee Replacement
For millions of Americans suffering from severe knee osteoarthritis (OA), the path to relief seems clear, albeit daunting: eventually, you get a total knee replacement (TKR). It is often presented as the “gold standard,” the light at the end of the tunnel when injections and physical therapy stop working. But what happens when you reach […]
Who Is a Good Candidate for GAE?
Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE) is generating significant excitement as a powerful, minimally invasive treatment for chronic knee pain caused by osteoarthritis (OA). By targeting and reducing the inflammation that causes pain, GAE offers long-lasting relief without major surgery. However, as with any advanced medical procedure, it’s not a one-size-fits-all solution. The success of the GAE […]
Why GAE Is Becoming One of the Most Promising OA Treatments
For millions of people living with chronic knee pain from osteoarthritis (OA), the treatment path has long been a frustrating journey. It often starts with conservative measures like physical therapy and anti-inflammatory drugs. When those fail, it progresses to a cycle of temporary relief from steroid or gel injections. Eventually, many patients face a stark […]