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Prospero Vascular & Interventional
Specialized Care for Knee Pain in California
Advanced Treatment at Properso Vascular and Interventional
Living with knee pain in California? Whether you’re in Los Angeles, San Francisco, or anywhere in between, Properso Vascular and Interventional offers innovative, minimally invasive solutions designed to help you regain mobility and reduce pain—without surgery.
Our team treats a wide variety of knee conditions, including:
- Osteoarthritis of the knee: A common cause of joint stiffness and discomfort
- Chronic knee pain: Ongoing pain that limits movement and worsens over time
- Sports-related injuries: From ligament strains to cartilage damage
- Post-traumatic knee pain: Lingering symptoms after a fall, twist, or impact
- Bursitis: Inflammation around the knee joint causing swelling and tenderness
- Tendonitis: Overuse-related irritation of the tendons around the knee
- Patellofemoral pain syndrome: Pain around or behind the kneecap, often from misalignment
- Meniscus tears: Damage to the cartilage that cushions your knee
- Runner’s knee: A catch-all term for pain caused by repetitive stress or overuse
Each clinic uses advanced diagnostic tools and proven, minimally invasive approaches to help you feel and move better—without surgery.
What to Expect When You Begin GAE Treatment in California
At Properso Vascular and Interventional, we specialize in Genicular Artery Embolization, a cutting-edge, outpatient procedure that provides relief from knee osteoarthritis pain without surgery.
Step 1: Evaluation
Start with a quick online assessment or schedule a consultation. Our specialists will review your symptoms and determine if GAE could be right for you.
Step 2: Consultation
A knee pain specialist will review your medical history and imaging results, answer your questions, and walk you through your treatment options.
Step 3: Procedure day
The GAE procedure is performed on an outpatient basis using image-guided techniques. Most patients return home the same day with minimal discomfort.
FAQs – GAE Treatment in California
What is genicular artery embolization (GAE)?
Genicular artery embolization is a minimally invasive procedure for symptomatic knee osteoarthritis, especially in patients who want to avoid or delay surgery. Using a small catheter, an interventional radiologist blocks specific arteries (genicular arteries) that supply blood to inflamed areas of the knee joint.
By reducing blood flow to these regions, GAE helps decrease inflammation and pain over time—without the need for surgery.
How does GAE work to relieve knee arthritis pain?
The procedure targets the genicular arteries, which are responsible for supplying blood to the knee. When the joint is inflamed due to osteoarthritis, these arteries become engorged.
By carefully blocking them, GAE reduces excess blood flow and pressure, helping ease pain and improve mobility. It’s a precise, image-guided approach designed for long-term relief.
Who is a candidate for GAE?
You may be a good candidate for GAE if you:
- Have chronic knee pain from osteoarthritis
- Have not responded well to physical therapy, medications, or knee injections
- Want to avoid or delay knee replacement surgery
- Are looking for a less invasive treatment option with faster recovery
Your Texas care team will review your symptoms, medical history, and imaging results to determine if GAE is right for you.
What are the side effects of genicular artery embolization?
GAE is considered safe, but as with any medical procedure, there are some risks. Possible side effects include:
- Mild pain or bruising at the catheter site
- Temporary fatigue
- Low-grade fever or knee discomfort in the days following the procedure
- Rarely, non-target embolization or infection
Most side effects are short-lived and manageable. Your doctor will review all risks with you before the procedure.
Is genicular artery embolization painful?
Most patients report minimal discomfort during and after the procedure. Local anesthesia is used at the insertion site, and mild sedation helps you stay relaxed. You’ll remain awake but comfortable throughout the process.
Where are Properso Vascular and Interventional clinics located?
We have conveniently located clinics across California to provide easy access to expert knee pain care.