Minimally Invasive Genicular Artery Embolization for Effective Knee Pain Relief

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What is Knee Embolization?

Knee embolization, also known as genicular artery embolization (GAE), is an innovative, minimally invasive treatment offered by Dr. Derek Mittleider at Vascular and Embolization Specialists in Space Coast Florida, targeting osteoarthritis-related knee pain. Osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee, a leading cause of disability, affects adults over age 50 and is traditionally attributed to joint wear and tear. However, recent insights reveal a significant inflammatory component in OA, which leads to increased blood flow to the knee tissues, exacerbating pain and promoting further joint degeneration. GAE addresses this issue by targeting the inflammation, reducing pain, and slowing joint deterioration. During your initial visit to our Cocoa, FL practice, Dr. Mittleider will assess your knees and develop a personalized treatment plan to target your osteoarthritis-related knee pain.

How Does Knee Embolization Work?

Genicular artery embolization is a reliable and efficient supplementary therapy for managing knee pain due to osteoarthritis. This procedure involves the insertion of a slender tube into the leg artery, which is then precisely navigated to the knee’s blood vessels using x-ray guidance. Here, tiny particles are administered to curb the blood flow to the inflamed tissues, effectively alleviating pain and enhancing knee functionality. Dr. Mittleider performs GAE as an outpatient service in Cocoa, FL. GAE is known for its minimal discomfort, enabling most patients to resume their regular activities within days.

What are the benefits of knee embolization?

Genicular artery embolization is a highly effective method for alleviating knee pain caused by osteoarthritis. Here are some of the key benefits of GAE:

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Am I a Candidate for Knee Embolization?

Knee embolization is suited for individuals with chronic knee pain, particularly from inflammation due to osteoarthritis, who haven’t found relief with treatments like physical therapy, medications, or injections. Ideal candidates include those preferring a minimally invasive option over surgery, individuals with health risks that make surgery challenging, and those wanting to delay joint replacement. This procedure targets inflamed blood vessels contributing to knee pain, making it an option for people seeking effective, non-surgical pain relief to improve mobility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that can affect the many tissues of the joint. It is by far the most common form of arthritis, affecting more than 32.5 million adults in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. OA is caused by trauma or age-related wear and tear on the joints over time and is most likely to affect weight-bearing joints such as the knees, hip, lower spine or big toe. Injury or overuse, such as knee bending and repetitive stress on a joint, can damage a joint and increase the risk of OA in that joint. The risk of developing OA increases with age and is most common from middle age onward.

Genicular artery embolization (GAE) is an effective minimally-invasive treatment that reduces knee pain for patients with osteoarthritis. It decreases the blood flow to the lining of the knee, relieving patients from knee pain and inflammation without the need for surgery.

Genicular artery embolization does not provide a permanent cure for osteoarthritis, but it relieves knee pain for a minimum of 1-3 years, which is longer pain relief than receiving a cortisone shot every 2-3 months.

Insurance clears roughly 50% of the procedure. Please take a look at our accepted insurance and call us if you have any questions about your coverage.

Insurance clears roughly 50% of the procedure. Please take a look at our accepted insurance and call us if you have any questions about your coverage.

Insurance clears roughly 50% of the procedure. Please take a look at our accepted insurance and call us if you have any questions about your coverage.

Get Relief From Knee Pain

Are you struggling with knee pain due to osteoarthritis and looking for a minimally invasive solution? Don’t let knee pain hold you back any longer! Genicular artery embolization, performed by the skilled hands of Dr. Derek Mittleider at Vascular and Embolization Specialists in Cocoa, FL, can transform your quality of life. Join the many patients who have experienced the life-changing effects of this advanced treatment. Call Vascular and Embolization Specialists to begin your journey to better knee health.
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