{"id":2118,"date":"2025-02-10T01:46:16","date_gmt":"2025-02-10T09:46:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.empirevein.com\/?page_id=2118"},"modified":"2026-07-18T04:37:01","modified_gmt":"2026-07-18T11:37:01","slug":"genicular-artery-embolization","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/empirevein.com\/en\/vascular-services\/genicular-artery-embolization\/","title":{"rendered":"Genicular Artery Embolization"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-row-layout-id2118_ec6a9e-ad > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:center;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id2118_ec6a9e-ad > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:center;}.kb-row-layout-id2118_ec6a9e-ad > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 2fr) minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id2118_ec6a9e-ad > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id2118_ec6a9e-ad > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 2fr) minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id2118_ec6a9e-ad > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id2118_ec6a9e-ad alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-left-golden kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-middle\">\n<style>.kadence-column2118_8c3782-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column2118_8c3782-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column2118_8c3782-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column2118_8c3782-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column2118_8c3782-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column2118_8c3782-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column2118_8c3782-46{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column2118_8c3782-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column2118_8c3782-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column2118_8c3782-46\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p id=\"gspb_text-id-gsbp-1325edb\" class=\"gspb_text gspb_text-id-gsbp-1325edb \">Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common chronic joint conditions <sup><a href=\"#footnotes\">[1]<\/a><\/sup>. It occurs when the cartilage in the knee breaks down over time, leading to pain, stiffness, and swelling. Moving your knee becomes increasingly difficult as OA progresses, making daily activities like walking or climbing stairs more challenging. 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Please check your connection and try again.<\/div>\n        <\/form>\n      <\/section>\n\n      <section data-screen=\"success\" hidden>\n        <div class=\"success\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"success__hero\" src=\"https:\/\/empirevein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/quiz_hero2.png\" alt=\"\" \/>\n          <h2 class=\"success__title\" data-success-title>Thank you!<\/h2>\n          <p class=\"success__body\" data-success-body>We&#8217;ve received your information and a member of our team will reach out shortly.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/section>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<script>\n(function(){\n  \"use strict\";\n\n  \/* ============================================================\n     1) CONFIG \u2014 this is the only part you normally need to edit\n     ============================================================ *\/\n\n  \/\/ Where the lead is sent. 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.kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column2118_3db0b5-3c\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kt-svg-icons2118_2e3348-4b .kt-svg-item-0 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{color:var(--global-palette4, #2D3748);font-size:50px;}.wp-block-kadence-icon.kt-svg-icons2118_2e3348-4b{justify-content:flex-start;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-icon kt-svg-icons kt-svg-icons2118_2e3348-4b alignnone\"><style>.kt-svg-item-2118_136724-54 .kb-svg-icon-wrap, .kt-svg-style-stacked.kt-svg-item-2118_136724-54 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{color:#ff6363;font-size:25px;margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-single-icon kt-svg-style-default kt-svg-icon-wrap kt-svg-item-2118_136724-54\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_minus-circle\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zM124 296c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h264c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12H124z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Physical Therapy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> While it can benefit some patients, it can have limited results. This is especially true for those with advanced arthritis.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column2118_ad550d-67 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column2118_ad550d-67 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column2118_ad550d-67 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column2118_ad550d-67 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column2118_ad550d-67 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column2118_ad550d-67 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column2118_ad550d-67{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column2118_ad550d-67 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column2118_ad550d-67 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column2118_ad550d-67\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kt-svg-icons2118_801535-76 .kt-svg-item-0 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{color:var(--global-palette4, #2D3748);font-size:50px;}.wp-block-kadence-icon.kt-svg-icons2118_801535-76{justify-content:flex-start;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-icon kt-svg-icons kt-svg-icons2118_801535-76 alignnone\"><style>.kt-svg-item-2118_0e0341-25 .kb-svg-icon-wrap, .kt-svg-style-stacked.kt-svg-item-2118_0e0341-25 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{color:#ff6363;font-size:25px;margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-single-icon kt-svg-style-default kt-svg-icon-wrap kt-svg-item-2118_0e0341-25\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_minus-circle\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zM124 296c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h264c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12H124z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Corticosteroid Injections<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These injections can offer temporary relief. The effects typically last only a few weeks to months.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column2118_8f0d2a-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column2118_8f0d2a-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column2118_8f0d2a-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column2118_8f0d2a-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column2118_8f0d2a-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column2118_8f0d2a-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column2118_8f0d2a-25{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column2118_8f0d2a-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column2118_8f0d2a-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column2118_8f0d2a-25\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kt-svg-icons2118_c7c959-51 .kt-svg-item-0 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{color:var(--global-palette4, #2D3748);font-size:50px;}.wp-block-kadence-icon.kt-svg-icons2118_c7c959-51{justify-content:flex-start;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-icon kt-svg-icons kt-svg-icons2118_c7c959-51 alignnone\"><style>.kt-svg-item-2118_1628b9-d5 .kb-svg-icon-wrap, .kt-svg-style-stacked.kt-svg-item-2118_1628b9-d5 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{color:#ff6363;font-size:25px;margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-single-icon kt-svg-style-default kt-svg-icon-wrap kt-svg-item-2118_1628b9-d5\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_minus-circle\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zM124 296c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h264c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12H124z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Knee Replacement Surgery<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This invasive procedure provides a more permanent solution. However, it carries risks such as long recovery times and potential complications.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column2118_849dd9-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column2118_849dd9-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column2118_849dd9-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column2118_849dd9-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column2118_849dd9-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column2118_849dd9-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column2118_849dd9-0d{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column2118_849dd9-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column2118_849dd9-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column2118_849dd9-0d\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kt-svg-icons2118_8944f8-19 .kt-svg-item-0 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{color:var(--global-palette4, #2D3748);font-size:50px;}.wp-block-kadence-icon.kt-svg-icons2118_8944f8-19{justify-content:flex-start;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-icon kt-svg-icons kt-svg-icons2118_8944f8-19 alignnone\"><style>.kt-svg-item-2118_403a86-e5 .kb-svg-icon-wrap, .kt-svg-style-stacked.kt-svg-item-2118_403a86-e5 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{color:#ff6363;font-size:25px;margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-single-icon kt-svg-style-default kt-svg-icon-wrap kt-svg-item-2118_403a86-e5\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_minus-circle\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zM124 296c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h264c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12H124z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hyaluronic Acid (HA) Injections<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">HA injections provide lubrication and cushioning in the knee joint. While some patients report temporary relief, the effectiveness can vary. The results typically last a few weeks to months.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"what-is-genicular-artery-embolization\"><\/div><h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-f22bdc4\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-f22bdc4 \">What is Genicular Artery Embolization?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"what-is-genicular-artery-embolization\"><\/div><h3 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-1dc7daa\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-1dc7daa \">The New Alternative to Knee Replacement Surgery<\/h3>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id2118_958a7a-6c > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id2118_958a7a-6c > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id2118_958a7a-6c > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);max-width:900px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id2118_958a7a-6c > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id2118_958a7a-6c > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id2118_958a7a-6c > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id2118_958a7a-6c > .kt-row-column-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-column:nth-child(1 of *:not(style)){order:1;}.kb-row-layout-id2118_958a7a-6c > .kt-row-column-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-column:nth-child(2 of *:not(style)){order:11;}.kb-row-layout-id2118_958a7a-6c > .kt-row-column-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-column:nth-child(3 of *:not(style)){order:21;}.kb-row-layout-id2118_958a7a-6c > .kt-row-column-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-column:nth-child(4 of *:not(style)){order:31;}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id2118_958a7a-6c alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column2118_eda4a8-af > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column2118_eda4a8-af > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column2118_eda4a8-af > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column2118_eda4a8-af > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column2118_eda4a8-af > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column2118_eda4a8-af > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column2118_eda4a8-af{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column2118_eda4a8-af > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column2118_eda4a8-af > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column2118_eda4a8-af\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/med.stanford.edu\/ir\/clinical-trials\/gae-for-osteo-knee-pain.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE)<\/a> is a minimally invasive procedure designed to relieve knee pain caused by OA. It works by selectively blocking blood flow to inflamed areas of your knee joint. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jvir.org\/article\/S1051-0443(23)00904-1\/fulltext\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">genicular arteries<\/a> are small blood vessels that supply blood to the synovial membrane of the knee. Genicular artery embolization helps reduce inflammation and pain associated with OA by blocking blood flow to the synovium, which is the tissue that lines the knee joint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A catheter is inserted through a small incision in your thigh during the procedure. This is guided by fluoroscopy (real-time X-ray imaging). Tiny particles or microspheres are injected into the targeted arteries to block blood flow, reducing inflammation in your knee joint. This procedure is performed outpatient, usually in less than an hour, with immediate return to activity.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-video gs-video video gspb_video-id-gsbp-002bca8\" id=\"gs-video-gsbp-002bca8\"><div class=\"gs-video-wrapper\" itemscope><div class=\"gs-video-element\" data-src=\"https:\/\/empirevein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/GAEwithcaptions_opti.mp4\" data-autoplay=\"true\" data-playsinline=\"true\" data-controls=\"true\" data-loop=\"true\" data-mute=\"true\" data-poster=\"\" data-provider=\"video\" data-overlay=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id2118_76a487-2e > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id2118_76a487-2e > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id2118_76a487-2e > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(35% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)))minmax(0, calc(65% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)));}.kb-row-layout-id2118_76a487-2e > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id2118_76a487-2e > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 2fr) minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id2118_76a487-2e > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id2118_76a487-2e alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-left-golden kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column2118_4051b9-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column2118_4051b9-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column2118_4051b9-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column2118_4051b9-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column2118_4051b9-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column2118_4051b9-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column2118_4051b9-4e{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column2118_4051b9-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column2118_4051b9-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column2118_4051b9-4e\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-image gspb_image gspb_image-id-gsbp-3b9420e\" id=\"gspb_image-id-gsbp-3b9420e\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/empirevein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/evvs_gae_kneepain.jpg\" data-src=\"\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"942\" height=\"945\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column2118_3b9b0e-c1 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column2118_3b9b0e-c1 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column2118_3b9b0e-c1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column2118_3b9b0e-c1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column2118_3b9b0e-c1 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column2118_3b9b0e-c1 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column2118_3b9b0e-c1{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column2118_3b9b0e-c1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column2118_3b9b0e-c1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column2118_3b9b0e-c1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h2 id=\"who-can-benefit-from-genicular-artery-embolization\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who can benefit from genicular artery embolization?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The GAE procedure is particularly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uclahealth.org\/medical-services\/radiology\/interventional-radiology\/treatments-procedures\/genicular-artery-embolization-gae\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">beneficial for people who<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Have moderate to severe knee pain due to OA.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are between 40 and 80 years old.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have not found relief from <a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/ency\/patientinstructions\/000374.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">conservative treatments<\/a> such as NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), physical therapy, or corticosteroid injections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are either unwilling or ineligible for knee replacement surgery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have advanced arthritis, as indicated by X-ray findings, this procedure may not be for you.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Patients with mild to moderate OA have been shown to benefit the most from genicular artery embolization. Most patients notice significant pain relief.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2118_1b389f-ac, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2118_1b389f-ac[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2118_1b389f-ac\"]{margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xl, 4rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2118_1b389f-ac mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2118_1b389f-ac[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2118_1b389f-ac\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2118_1b389f-ac img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2118_1b389f-ac[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2118_1b389f-ac\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading2118_1b389f-ac wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2118_1b389f-ac\">How does the procedure work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-row gspb_row gspb_row-id-gsbp-ca5f244\" id=\"gspb_row-id-gsbp-ca5f244\"><div class=\"gspb_row__content\"> \n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-row-column gspb_row__col--6 gspb_col-id-gsbp-e416633\" id=\"gspb_col-id-gsbp-e416633\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uclahealth.org\/medical-services\/radiology\/interventional-radiology\/treatments-procedures\/genicular-artery-embolization-gae\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GAE procedure<\/a> aims to relieve knee pain associated with OA. It is typically an outpatient procedure. This means you will not need general anesthesia and recover quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s what to expect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-video gs-video video gspb_video-id-gsbp-9461f0a\" id=\"gs-video-gsbp-9461f0a\"><div class=\"gs-video-wrapper\" itemscope><div class=\"gs-video-element\" data-src=\"https:\/\/empirevein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/evvs_gae_video.mp4\" data-autoplay=\"true\" data-playsinline=\"true\" data-controls=\"true\" data-loop=\"true\" data-mute=\"true\" data-poster=\"\" data-provider=\"video\" data-overlay=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-row-column gspb_row__col--6 gspb_col-id-gsbp-e04f085\" id=\"gspb_col-id-gsbp-e04f085\"><style>.kt-accordion-id2118_d646ae-d7 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:10px;}.kt-accordion-id2118_d646ae-d7 .kt-accordion-panel-inner{border-top:0px 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.kt-accordion-pane:not(:first-child){margin-top:10px;}.kt-accordion-id2118_d646ae-d7 .kt-accordion-panel-inner{border-top:0px solid transparent;border-right:1px solid transparent;border-bottom:1px solid transparent;border-left:1px solid transparent;}.kt-accordion-id2118_d646ae-d7 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header{border-top:1px solid #eeeeee;border-right:1px solid #eeeeee;border-bottom:1px solid #eeeeee;border-left:2px solid #eeeeee;}.kt-accordion-id2118_d646ae-d7 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header:hover, \n\t\t\t\tbody:not(.hide-focus-outline) .kt-accordion-id2118_d646ae-d7 .kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible{border-top-color:#d4d4d4;border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:#d4d4d4;border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:#d4d4d4;border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:#d4d4d4;border-left-style:solid;}.kt-accordion-id2118_d646ae-d7 .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible,\n\t\t\t\t.kt-accordion-id2118_d646ae-d7 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active{border-top-color:#eeeeee;border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:#eeeeee;border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:#eeeeee;border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:#0e9cd1;border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion aligncenter\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id2118_d646ae-d7 kt-accordion-has-8-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-1 kt-pane2118_f1ad0a-e5\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Preparation<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before the procedure, you will have a thorough evaluation. This includes imaging studies like XRAYS, MRI or CT scans. These tests help determine the condition of your knees and identify which genicular arteries are involved. You may need to fast for several hours on the day of the procedure and should wear comfortable clothing.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-3 kt-pane2118_6e295f-2d\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Sedation<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will receive moderate sedation through an intravenous (IV) line, keeping you relaxed and comfortable without needing general anesthesia. Local anesthesia is applied to numb the catheter&#8217;s insertion area, usually in your groin.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-2 kt-pane2118_c501cd-f5\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Catheter Insertion<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A small incision (about 1-2 mm) is made in your groin area.<strong> <\/strong>A thin catheter is carefully inserted into the femoral artery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The vascular surgeon guides the catheter through the femoral artery towards the genicular arteries.USING real-time X-ray imaging to visualize blood vessels, ensuring precise navigation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-4 kt-pane2118_9daadf-ee\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Imaging Guidance<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once the catheter is in place, advanced imaging techniques are used to identify and confirm the location of the genicular arteries supplying blood to your knee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An initial angiogram may be performed by injecting a contrast dye through the catheter. This helps visualize blood flow and identify any abnormalities or areas of inflammation within your knee joint.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-5 kt-pane2118_0aabf2-36\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Knee Embolization<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After identifying the target arteries, tiny particles (embolic agents) are injected into selected genicular arteries through the catheter. Embolic agents, typically made from microspheres or gelatin sponge particles, are assigned to effectively block blood flow.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/empirevein.com\/en\/blog\/vein-specialist\/what-is-a-vascular-surgeon\/\">vascular surgeon<\/a> introduces these particles into the target arteries, which then impede blood flow to the inflamed areas of the synovial membrane in the knee. This process reduces inflammation and pain signals, leading many people to experience significant relief from pain.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-6 kt-pane2118_1d4c3c-73\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Post-procedure Monitoring<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once embolization is complete, you will be monitored briefly in a recovery area. Medical staff will check your vital signs and monitor for complications like bleeding or allergic reactions. Most patients can walk within a few hours after the procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After about one hour of observation, you will be discharged home on the same day with instructions for care and activity restrictions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-7 kt-pane2118_782898-2c\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Recovery and follow-up<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The entire GAE procedure generally takes about one to two hours from start to finish. While some people may begin seeing pain relief within days of undergoing genicular artery embolization, full effects can take up to two weeks as inflammation decreases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Follow-Up Appointments<\/strong>: Regular follow-ups may be scheduled to monitor your progress and assess pain levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Post-Procedure Care<\/strong>: Mild bruising or soreness at the catheter insertion site is common. You should avoid strenuous activities and rest for one or two days before returning to work or normal activities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-8 kt-pane2118_1a5a88-1e\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Potential Risks &amp; Complications<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id2118_4bf86d-1c > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id2118_4bf86d-1c > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id2118_4bf86d-1c > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);max-width:680px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id2118_4bf86d-1c > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id2118_4bf86d-1c > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id2118_4bf86d-1c > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id2118_4bf86d-1c alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column2118_d5eb87-66 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column2118_d5eb87-66 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column2118_d5eb87-66 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column2118_d5eb87-66 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column2118_d5eb87-66 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column2118_d5eb87-66 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column2118_d5eb87-66{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column2118_d5eb87-66 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column2118_d5eb87-66 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column2118_d5eb87-66\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"what-to-expect-during-and-after-the-procedure\">What to expect during and after the procedure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">You can expect a relatively straightforward experience when undergoing genicular artery embolization:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id2118_829324-6f > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id2118_829324-6f > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id2118_829324-6f > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kb-row-layout-id2118_829324-6f > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}.kb-row-layout-id2118_829324-6f > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(3, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id2118_829324-6f > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id2118_829324-6f > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id2118_829324-6f > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(3, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id2118_829324-6f > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}.kb-row-layout-id2118_829324-6f > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id2118_829324-6f alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-3-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column2118_b1e17f-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column2118_b1e17f-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column2118_b1e17f-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column2118_b1e17f-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column2118_b1e17f-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column2118_b1e17f-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column2118_b1e17f-97{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column2118_b1e17f-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column2118_b1e17f-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column2118_b1e17f-97\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-image2118_d93044-f0.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image2118_d93044-f0 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:100px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image2118_d93044-f0.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image2118_d93044-f0 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image2118_d93044-f0 figure{max-width:100px;}.kb-image2118_d93044-f0 .image-is-svg, .kb-image2118_d93044-f0 .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image2118_d93044-f0 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image2118_d93044-f0\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/empirevein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/icon_doctor.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-4341\" srcset=\"https:\/\/empirevein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/icon_doctor.png 150w, https:\/\/empirevein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/icon_doctor-12x12.png 12w, https:\/\/empirevein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/icon_doctor-120x120.png 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"during-the-procedure\"><\/div><h4 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-bf155a9\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-bf155a9 \"><strong>During the Procedure<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most patients report minimal discomfort due to local anesthesia and sedation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column2118_060deb-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column2118_060deb-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column2118_060deb-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column2118_060deb-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column2118_060deb-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column2118_060deb-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column2118_060deb-22{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column2118_060deb-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column2118_060deb-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column2118_060deb-22\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-image2118_393e2b-48.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image2118_393e2b-48 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:100px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image2118_393e2b-48.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image2118_393e2b-48 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image2118_393e2b-48 figure{max-width:100px;}.kb-image2118_393e2b-48 .image-is-svg, .kb-image2118_393e2b-48 .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image2118_393e2b-48 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image2118_393e2b-48\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/empirevein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/icon_patient.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-4343\" srcset=\"https:\/\/empirevein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/icon_patient.png 150w, https:\/\/empirevein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/icon_patient-12x12.png 12w, https:\/\/empirevein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/icon_patient-120x120.png 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2118_de748a-ef, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2118_de748a-ef[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2118_de748a-ef\"]{text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2118_de748a-ef mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2118_de748a-ef[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2118_de748a-ef\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2118_de748a-ef img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2118_de748a-ef[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2118_de748a-ef\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading2118_de748a-ef wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2118_de748a-ef\"><strong>Post-Procedure Care<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may experience mild discomfort or bruising at the injection site. Over-the-counter pain relievers can help manage any pain. It&#8217;s important to avoid strenuous activity for a few days to allow the procedure to take effect.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column2118_0087ce-62 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column2118_0087ce-62 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column2118_0087ce-62 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column2118_0087ce-62 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column2118_0087ce-62 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column2118_0087ce-62 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column2118_0087ce-62{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column2118_0087ce-62 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column2118_0087ce-62 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column2118_0087ce-62\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-image2118_f4d33c-b5.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image2118_f4d33c-b5 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:100px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image2118_f4d33c-b5.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image2118_f4d33c-b5 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image2118_f4d33c-b5 figure{max-width:100px;}.kb-image2118_f4d33c-b5 .image-is-svg, .kb-image2118_f4d33c-b5 .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image2118_f4d33c-b5 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image2118_f4d33c-b5\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/empirevein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/icon_health.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-4342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/empirevein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/icon_health.png 150w, https:\/\/empirevein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/icon_health-12x12.png 12w, https:\/\/empirevein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/icon_health-120x120.png 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2118_4c5e28-df, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2118_4c5e28-df[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2118_4c5e28-df\"]{text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2118_4c5e28-df mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2118_4c5e28-df[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2118_4c5e28-df\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2118_4c5e28-df img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2118_4c5e28-df[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2118_4c5e28-df\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading2118_4c5e28-df wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2118_4c5e28-df\"><strong>Long-Term Improvement<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most patients notice significant improvements in pain levels lasting at least one year following genicular artery embolization, with average pain scores dropping significantly after treatment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"when-to-consult-a-doctor\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">When to consult a doctor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you suffer from chronic knee pain, consult your healthcare provider if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You have persistent pain not relieved by conservative treatments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your mobility is significantly affected by knee discomfort.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You want to explore alternative options like genicular artery embolization for relief without surgery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The genicular artery embolization procedure targets the sources of knee pain by blocking blood flow to inflamed areas. At Empire Vein and Vascular Specialists, our expert team is committed to providing effective pain relief through this innovative procedure. We understand how knee pain can impact your daily life. Our board-certified <a href=\"https:\/\/empirevein.com\/en\/blog\/vein-specialist\/what-is-a-vascular-surgeon\/\">vascular surgeons<\/a> use their extensive expertise in vascular surgery and <a href=\"https:\/\/empirevein.com\/en\/blog\/vein-specialist\/varicose-vein-treatment-is-minimally-invasive\/\">non-invasive treatments<\/a> to deliver personalized care tailored to your unique needs. Additionally, most of our treatments are covered by insurance, and we\u2019ll work directly with your provider to help secure coverage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to learn more about our treatment options, <a href=\"https:\/\/empirevein.com\/en\/contact\/\">contact Empire Vein Specialists <\/a>to <a href=\"https:\/\/empirevein.com\/en\/book-online-gae\/\">schedule a consultation<\/a> or call us at 1-800-VARICOSE today.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id2118_0b8481-ee > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id2118_0b8481-ee > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id2118_0b8481-ee > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);max-width:800px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id2118_0b8481-ee > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id2118_0b8481-ee > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id2118_0b8481-ee > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id2118_0b8481-ee alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column2118_8efcfc-45 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column2118_8efcfc-45 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column2118_8efcfc-45 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column2118_8efcfc-45 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column2118_8efcfc-45 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column2118_8efcfc-45 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column2118_8efcfc-45{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column2118_8efcfc-45 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column2118_8efcfc-45 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column2118_8efcfc-45\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div id=\"when-to-consult-a-doctor\"><\/div><h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-51e6dba\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-51e6dba \">Frequently Asked Questions About Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-accordion gs-accordion gspb_accordion-id-gsbp-c037a49 togglelogic\" id=\"gspb_accordion-id-gsbp-c037a49\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-accordionitem gs-accordion-item gspb_accordionitem-gsbp-deb0c62 gsclose\" id=\"gspb_accordionitem-gsbp-deb0c62\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div id=\"gs-trigger-gsbp-c037a49-0\" class=\"gs-accordion-item__title\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"gspb-accordion-item-content-gsbp-deb0c62\"><div class=\"gs-accordion-item__heading\">What is Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE)?<\/div><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"What is Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE)?\"\/><span class=\"iconfortoggle\"><span class=\"gs-iconbefore\"><\/span><span class=\"gs-iconafter\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div aria-labelledby=\"gs-trigger-gsbp-c037a49-0\" class=\"gs-accordion-item__content\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" id=\"gspb-accordion-item-content-gsbp-deb0c62\"><div class=\"gs-accordion-item__text\" itemprop=\"text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Genicular artery embolization (GAE) is a minimally invasive, image-guided procedure designed to alleviate chronic knee pain caused by osteoarthritis\u2014without the need for surgery. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that leads to cartilage breakdown in the knee joint, resulting in inflammation, pain, stiffness, and swelling.<br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-accordionitem gs-accordion-item gspb_accordionitem-gsbp-ca21672 gsclose\" id=\"gspb_accordionitem-gsbp-ca21672\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div id=\"gs-trigger-gsbp-c037a49-1\" class=\"gs-accordion-item__title\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"gspb-accordion-item-content-gsbp-ca21672\"><div class=\"gs-accordion-item__heading\">Who is a Candidate for Genicular Artery Embolization?<\/div><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Who is a Candidate for Genicular Artery Embolization?\"\/><span class=\"iconfortoggle\"><span class=\"gs-iconbefore\"><\/span><span class=\"gs-iconafter\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div aria-labelledby=\"gs-trigger-gsbp-c037a49-1\" class=\"gs-accordion-item__content\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" id=\"gspb-accordion-item-content-gsbp-ca21672\"><div class=\"gs-accordion-item__text\" itemprop=\"text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ideal candidates for GAE are individuals over the age of 40 who experience moderate to severe knee pain due to osteoarthritis, along with symptoms like knee tenderness, stiffness, and a lack of response to conservative treatment options such as medications, physical therapy, and knee injections.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-accordionitem gs-accordion-item gspb_accordionitem-gsbp-abed4d2 gsclose\" id=\"gspb_accordionitem-gsbp-abed4d2\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div id=\"gs-trigger-gsbp-c037a49-2\" class=\"gs-accordion-item__title\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"gspb-accordion-item-content-gsbp-abed4d2\"><div class=\"gs-accordion-item__heading\">Is Genicular Artery Embolization a Major Surgery?<\/div><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Is Genicular Artery Embolization a Major Surgery?\"\/><span class=\"iconfortoggle\"><span class=\"gs-iconbefore\"><\/span><span class=\"gs-iconafter\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div aria-labelledby=\"gs-trigger-gsbp-c037a49-2\" class=\"gs-accordion-item__content\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" id=\"gspb-accordion-item-content-gsbp-abed4d2\"><div class=\"gs-accordion-item__text\" itemprop=\"text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No, GAE is not classified as major surgery. It is a minimally invasive procedure carried out by a vascular surgeon using image guidance, which involves accessing the genicular arteries around the knee joint through a small incision in the groin area. Compared to traditional open surgeries like knee replacement, GAE is far less invasive, resulting in smaller incisions, less trauma to surrounding tissues, and generally shorter recovery times. The procedure is outpatient, typically lasting about one hour, and patients are often able to walk immediately afterward.<br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-accordionitem gs-accordion-item gspb_accordionitem-gsbp-82fa280 gsclose\" id=\"gspb_accordionitem-gsbp-82fa280\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div id=\"gs-trigger-gsbp-c037a49-3\" class=\"gs-accordion-item__title\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"gspb-accordion-item-content-gsbp-82fa280\"><div class=\"gs-accordion-item__heading\">How is Genicular Artery Embolization Performed?<\/div><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"How is Genicular Artery Embolization Performed?\"\/><span class=\"iconfortoggle\"><span class=\"gs-iconbefore\"><\/span><span class=\"gs-iconafter\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div aria-labelledby=\"gs-trigger-gsbp-c037a49-3\" class=\"gs-accordion-item__content\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" id=\"gspb-accordion-item-content-gsbp-82fa280\"><div class=\"gs-accordion-item__text\" itemprop=\"text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">GAE is performed under moderate &#8220;twilight&#8221; sedation as an outpatient procedure, allowing patients to return home the same day. The process usually takes between one to two hours. Our experienced EVVS physicians insert a small catheter (a thin hollow tube) into the artery of the upper thigh and use X-ray guidance to navigate the catheter to the arteries that supply blood to the knee. Tiny particles are then injected through the catheter into these arteries, reducing blood flow and, consequently, the inflammation associated with osteoarthritis, which helps to alleviate pain.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-accordionitem gs-accordion-item gspb_accordionitem-gsbp-ac70f46 gsclose\" id=\"gspb_accordionitem-gsbp-ac70f46\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div id=\"gs-trigger-gsbp-c037a49-4\" class=\"gs-accordion-item__title\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"gspb-accordion-item-content-gsbp-ac70f46\"><div class=\"gs-accordion-item__heading\">How Does Genicular Artery Embolization Help with Knee Pain?<\/div><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"How Does Genicular Artery Embolization Help with Knee Pain?\"\/><span class=\"iconfortoggle\"><span class=\"gs-iconbefore\"><\/span><span class=\"gs-iconafter\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div aria-labelledby=\"gs-trigger-gsbp-c037a49-4\" class=\"gs-accordion-item__content\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" id=\"gspb-accordion-item-content-gsbp-ac70f46\"><div class=\"gs-accordion-item__text\" itemprop=\"text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Osteoarthritis leads to inflammation around the knee joint, which can result in the abnormal growth of small arteries, causing pain. GAE targets and eliminates these abnormal arteries, thereby decreasing inflammation and relieving pain. It\u2019s important to note that it does not eliminate the genicular arteries themselves\u2014just the small abnormal branches coming off of them.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-accordionitem gs-accordion-item gspb_accordionitem-gsbp-14c4b1c gsclose\" id=\"gspb_accordionitem-gsbp-14c4b1c\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div id=\"gs-trigger-gsbp-c037a49-5\" class=\"gs-accordion-item__title\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"gspb-accordion-item-content-gsbp-14c4b1c\"><div class=\"gs-accordion-item__heading\">What Are the Risks of Genicular Artery Embolization?<\/div><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"What Are the Risks of Genicular Artery Embolization?\"\/><span class=\"iconfortoggle\"><span class=\"gs-iconbefore\"><\/span><span class=\"gs-iconafter\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div aria-labelledby=\"gs-trigger-gsbp-c037a49-5\" class=\"gs-accordion-item__content\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" id=\"gspb-accordion-item-content-gsbp-14c4b1c\"><div class=\"gs-accordion-item__text\" itemprop=\"text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">GAE is considered very safe. Minor risks may include some bruising at the groin puncture site, along with temporary skin bruising and stiffness around the knee for a few days. In contrast, total knee replacement carries significant risks, such as infection, non-healing, scar tissue, blood clots, and nerve damage.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-accordionitem gs-accordion-item gspb_accordionitem-gsbp-c8af560 gsclose\" id=\"gspb_accordionitem-gsbp-c8af560\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div id=\"gs-trigger-gsbp-c037a49-6\" class=\"gs-accordion-item__title\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"gspb-accordion-item-content-gsbp-c8af560\"><div class=\"gs-accordion-item__heading\">What is the Recovery Time for Genicular Artery Embolization?<\/div><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"What is the Recovery Time for Genicular Artery Embolization?\"\/><span class=\"iconfortoggle\"><span class=\"gs-iconbefore\"><\/span><span class=\"gs-iconafter\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div aria-labelledby=\"gs-trigger-gsbp-c037a49-6\" class=\"gs-accordion-item__content\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" id=\"gspb-accordion-item-content-gsbp-c8af560\"><div class=\"gs-accordion-item__text\" itemprop=\"text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since GAE is performed as an outpatient procedure under sedation, patients can expect to go home the same day. Light activities, such as walking, can commence immediately, while driving can be resumed the following day. Strenuous physical activities, like golf or weight training, can typically be resumed within two weeks.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-accordionitem gs-accordion-item gspb_accordionitem-gsbp-e17ed7b gsclose\" id=\"gspb_accordionitem-gsbp-e17ed7b\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div id=\"gs-trigger-gsbp-c037a49-7\" class=\"gs-accordion-item__title\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"gspb-accordion-item-content-gsbp-e17ed7b\"><div class=\"gs-accordion-item__heading\">How Long Do the Effects of GAE Last?<\/div><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"How Long Do the Effects of GAE Last?\"\/><span class=\"iconfortoggle\"><span class=\"gs-iconbefore\"><\/span><span class=\"gs-iconafter\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div aria-labelledby=\"gs-trigger-gsbp-c037a49-7\" class=\"gs-accordion-item__content\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" id=\"gspb-accordion-item-content-gsbp-e17ed7b\"><div class=\"gs-accordion-item__text\" itemprop=\"text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike steroid injections in the knee, the benefits of GAE can last for years, with most patients experiencing relief for over 2 to 3 years.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-accordionitem gs-accordion-item gspb_accordionitem-gsbp-65b15cb gsclose\" id=\"gspb_accordionitem-gsbp-65b15cb\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div id=\"gs-trigger-gsbp-c037a49-8\" class=\"gs-accordion-item__title\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"gspb-accordion-item-content-gsbp-65b15cb\"><div class=\"gs-accordion-item__heading\">What is the Success Rate of GAE?<\/div><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"What is the Success Rate of GAE?\"\/><span class=\"iconfortoggle\"><span class=\"gs-iconbefore\"><\/span><span class=\"gs-iconafter\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div aria-labelledby=\"gs-trigger-gsbp-c037a49-8\" class=\"gs-accordion-item__content\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" id=\"gspb-accordion-item-content-gsbp-65b15cb\"><div class=\"gs-accordion-item__text\" itemprop=\"text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An impressive 80% of patients achieve more than a 50% reduction in knee pain for years following the procedure.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-accordionitem gs-accordion-item gspb_accordionitem-gsbp-6086be8 gsclose\" id=\"gspb_accordionitem-gsbp-6086be8\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div id=\"gs-trigger-gsbp-c037a49-9\" class=\"gs-accordion-item__title\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"gspb-accordion-item-content-gsbp-6086be8\"><div class=\"gs-accordion-item__heading\">Does Insurance Cover GAE?<\/div><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Does Insurance Cover GAE?\"\/><span class=\"iconfortoggle\"><span class=\"gs-iconbefore\"><\/span><span class=\"gs-iconafter\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div aria-labelledby=\"gs-trigger-gsbp-c037a49-9\" class=\"gs-accordion-item__content\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" id=\"gspb-accordion-item-content-gsbp-6086be8\"><div class=\"gs-accordion-item__text\" itemprop=\"text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most insurance plans, including Medicare, IEHP, and many Medicare Advantage plans, cover GAE. Patients are encouraged to come in&nbsp; for a consultation, where we can verify insurance eligibility prior to proceeding with the GAE procedure. We also provide cash pricing options for GAE.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We hope this FAQ helps clarify the process and benefits of Genicular Artery Embolization. If you have any further questions, don\u2019t hesitate to reach out! Your journey to knee pain relief is just around the corner.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id2118_6804d9-16 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id2118_6804d9-16 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id2118_6804d9-16 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id2118_6804d9-16 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id2118_6804d9-16 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id2118_6804d9-16 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id2118_6804d9-16 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"footnotes\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column2118_20470a-80 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column2118_20470a-80 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column2118_20470a-80 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column2118_20470a-80 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column2118_20470a-80 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column2118_20470a-80 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column2118_20470a-80{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column2118_20470a-80 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column2118_20470a-80 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column2118_20470a-80\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li>American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, <em>Arthritis of the Knee<\/em> (<a href=\"https:\/\/orthoinfo.aaos.org\/en\/diseases--conditions\/arthritis-of-the-knee\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">source<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Osteoarthritis Action Alliance,&nbsp;<em>OA Prevalence and Burden<\/em>&nbsp;(<a href=\"https:\/\/oaaction.unc.edu\/oa-module\/oa-prevalence-and-burden\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">source<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medline Plus,&nbsp;<em>Medicines, injections, and supplements for arthritis<\/em>&nbsp;(<a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/ency\/patientinstructions\/000374.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">source<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<!-- track by Ignite team -->\n<script async src='https:\/\/tag.simpli.fi\/sifitag\/65bf75c8-a1ad-44d2-ba19-91ca6c5c91da'><\/script>\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/bttrack.com\/Pixel\/Conversion\/16677\/quiz\" height=\"1\" width=\"1\" frameborder=\"0\" style=\"border:0\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know? 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