Non-Surgical Procedure Halves Knee Pain Over 12-Month Trial
A new non-surgical treatment for knee osteoarthritis, using resorbable microspheres to block abnormal blood vessels and nerves, reduced pain by half over 12 months in a trial involving 194 patients. The procedure, called genicular artery embolization, showed significant improvements in quality of life, daily activity, and function without major side effects. It offers a minimally invasive alternative to surgery and may slow the progression of the disease.
A non-surgical treatment for knee pain caused by osteoarthritis reduced pain by half over 12 months in a trial.
This offers a new, less invasive option for people suffering from chronic knee pain who may not want or need surgery.
It highlights a medical innovation that improves quality of life and could reduce the long-term burden of osteoarthritis on individuals and healthcare systems.
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