Knee Pain Relief With GAE
The Vascular Institute is proud to offer a groundbreaking solution to persistent knee pain: Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE), a non-invasive treatment revolutionizing the way we address knee discomfort.
GAE is an advanced, minimally invasive procedure designed to alleviate chronic knee pain by targeting the genicular arteries supplying blood to the knee joint.
Symptoms
Are you experiencing throbbing, aching knee pain that limits your daily activities? GAE may be the answer. Common signs and symptoms include:
- Persistent knee pain
- Swelling and inflammation
- Limited range of motion
- Difficulty walking/standing for extended periods
What is GAE?
During the procedure, a catheter is inserted into the groin artery and embolic materials are injected into the genicular arteries. The materials block abnormal blood vessels that contribute to inflammation and pain.
Who is a candidate?
GAE is suitable for individuals facing chronic knee pain due to severe degenerative arthritis. Candidates have ongoing severe symptoms after conservative management, steroid injections and pain medication treatments. If someone is not ready for, or not yet eligible, for total knee replacement surgery, GAE should be considered. GAE can help up to 85% of patients and offers significant pain relief lasting up to 1-3 years.
Benefits of GAE
Minimally Invasive: No surgical incisions, minimal scarring, and shorter recovery time compared to traditional surgery.
Precise Targeting: GAE precisely targets the source of your knee pain, offering more effective and long-lasting relief.
Outpatient Procedure: Get back to your routine quickly with same-day, outpatient treatment.
Reduced Pain & Inflammation: A significant reduction in knee pain and inflammation, leads to an improved quality of life.