Genicular Artery Embolization

Managing knee osteoarthritis can be frustrating, but if you are not ready for a major knee replacement surgery, Premier Endovascular has another option for you. We offer genicular artery embolization (GAE) procedures to treat osteoarthritis at our state-of-the-art facility in West Orange, NJ.

Our experienced providers specialize in this minimally invasive procedure that breaks the cycle of pain and offers temporary relief by targeting the source of your pain without major surgery.

Understanding Knee Pain and Osteoarthritis

Knee osteoarthritis occurs when the protective cartilage in your joint degrades, causing bone-on-bone friction, reduced mobility and stiffness. However, much of the chronic pain you feel isn’t from the cartilage loss itself — it’s from chronic inflammation in the lining of your knee joint.

This is why traditional treatments often fail to provide lasting relief:

Painkillers and NSAIDs only mask the pain signals temporarily.
Cortisone injections reduce inflammation for a short time, but the effect diminishes as the problematic blood vessels continue to fuel it.

These methods manage symptoms but don’t address the underlying inflammatory process. GAE is different because it directly targets the source of your pain.

Explaining the Genicular Artery Embolization Procedure

Genicular artery embolization is not surgery. It is an advanced, image-guided procedure that provides significant pain relief by cutting off the blood supply to the inflammation in your knee.

Here is how genicular artery embolization works:

Targeting the problem: In an arthritic knee, tiny, abnormal blood vessels known as the genicular arteries develop to feed the inflamed joint lining. These vessels are a primary source of your pain.
A simple procedure: Through a tiny puncture in your wrist or groin, one of our specialists guides a microcatheter to these problematic arteries.
Calming the inflammation: Harmless, microscopic particles are injected to block the blood flow to these abnormal vessels.
Finding relief: By stopping this blood flow, the inflammation subsides, providing you with lasting relief from chronic knee pain.

The Benefits of a Knee Embolization Procedure

Choosing genicular artery embolization gives you a powerful way to reclaim your quality of life.

The primary benefits include:

Significant and lasting pain relief: This procedure directly targets the inflammation causing your pain.
Minimally invasive: There are no large incisions and no major surgery, and there is only minimal scarring.
Quick recovery: Return to your normal daily activities much faster than with surgery.
Outpatient procedure: GAE is performed in our comfortable office, and you go home the same day.
Preserves your natural joints: GAE allows you to postpone the need for a total knee replacement.

Schedule Your Consultation for Genicular Artery Embolization in West Orange, NJ, With Premier Endovascular

Choosing the right specialist for your genicular artery embolization (GAE) procedure is essential. At Premier Endovascular, our team of board-certified vascular and interventional radiologists is a leader in advanced, minimally invasive procedures. We have dedicated years to mastering the specific image-guided techniques required for a safe and successful GAE.

We perform your procedure in a state-of-the-art outpatient center, providing hospital-grade technology in a comfortable and private setting. Our patient-first approach ensures your treatment is personalized to your needs, with the goal of delivering lasting relief from knee pain and helping you reclaim your active life. Trust our expertise to deliver the best possible outcome.

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Take the Next Step Toward a Life Without Knee Pain

You don’t have to live with chronic knee pain. Discover if genicular artery embolization is the right solution for you. Contact Premier Endovascular today to schedule your consultation with one of our specialists.

Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE) to Treat Osteoarthritis