Knee Osteoarthritis

What is Knee Osteoarthritis?

• Arthritis, a term encompassing joint inflammation, is a common ailment as we age. Among its various forms, Osteoarthritis stands out as the most prevalent type. It primarily affects weight-bearing joints such as the hands, knees, and hips.

Who is at risk?

• Several factors increase the risk of knee osteoarthritis, including:

  • Increased age
  • Excess weight
  • Joint trauma resulting from repetitive motions like squatting or kneeling

What does the research say?

• Embolization for knee osteoarthritis (geniculate artery embolization) is successful in decreasing pain and improving function for patients with knee osteoarthritis

Symptoms Of Knee Osteoarthritis

Knee osteoarthritis can manifest through a range of symptoms, which often include:

• Pain: Discomfort experienced at rest or during movement.
• Stiffness: Notable upon waking or following inactivity.
• Joint Tenderness
• Reduced Flexibility and Range of Motion
• Swelling
• Decreased Mobility, leading to a reduced quality of life

Other Treatment Options

While Genicular Artery Embolization is a groundbreaking treatment option, there are alternative approaches available:

Surgical Treatments

• Knee replacement

Medical Treatments

• Painkillers and anti-inflammatory medications
• Hot/cold packs
• Knee joint steroid or stem cell injections

Assistive Devices

• Canes, splints, walkers