Is a Hysterectomy Necessary?
When dealing with the issue of uterine fibroids, many women are presented with the option of a hysterectomy. While it is a widely used treatment, it’s important to ask if a hysterectomy is necessary. For many, the answer is likely no.Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) is a minimally invasive procedure that…
Knee Replacement Drawbacks and the Alternative: Genicular Artery Embolization
About 790,000 total knee replacements are performed in the U.S. every year, and this number continues to grow as our population ages. Knee replacement surgery has long been a standard solution for individuals suffering from severe knee pain and arthritis. While it can offer significant relief, the procedure has its…
Who does Knee Embolization?
Interventional Radiologist Genicular artery embolization is a procedure that is typically performed by an interventional radiologist, who is a doctor trained in using imaging guidance to perform minimally invasive procedures. Interventional Radiologists are highly specialized physicians in treating many diseases and conditions including conditions that affect the blood vessels. What…
Knee Embolization or Meds?
Genicular artery embolization is a medical procedure that is used to treat chronic knee pain, such as that caused by osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. During the procedure, a small embolic agent is injected into the genicular arteries, which are the blood vessels that supply blood to the knee. The goal…
GAE or Knee Bracing?
Genicular artery embolization is a medical procedure that is used to treat chronic knee pain, such as that caused by osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. During the procedure, a small embolic agent is injected into the genicular arteries, which are the blood vessels that supply blood to the knee. The goal…
GAE or Physical Therapy?
Genicular artery embolization is a medical procedure that is used to treat chronic knee pain, such as that caused by osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. During the procedure, a small embolic agent is injected into the genicular arteries, which are the blood vessels that supply blood to the knee. The goal…
GAE covered by Insurance?
Introduction: Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE) is a relatively new procedure that has shown promising results in relieving chronic knee pain in patients with knee osteoarthritis. However, one of the questions that patients may have is whether GAE is covered by their insurance. In this blog post, we will explore the…
Knee Embolization Benefits
Introduction: Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE) is a minimally invasive procedure that has been gaining popularity as a treatment option for chronic knee pain associated with knee osteoarthritis. GAE involves blocking certain blood vessels that supply the knee joint with blood, which can decrease inflammation and alleviate pain. In this blog…
Knee Embolization or Surgery?
Genicular artery embolization is a minimally invasive procedure that is used to treat chronic knee pain, such as that caused by osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. During the procedure, a small embolic agent is injected into the genicular arteries, which are the blood vessels that supply blood to the knee. The…
Knee Pain Treatments
There are many treatment options available for knee pain, and the most appropriate treatment for an individual will depend on the specific cause of their pain and their overall health status. Some common treatments for knee pain include: Rest and ice: Resting the knee and applying ice to the affected…