When To Seek A Second Opinion For Knee Pain Treatment

Living with chronic knee osteoarthritis can feel like a never-ending cycle of pain, stiffness, and limited mobility. Maybe you’ve already tried physical therapy, injections, or even been told that knee replacement surgery is your only option. But before you commit to a surgical solution, it’s worth asking—is there a better, less invasive way?

At USA Pain Center, we believe in exploring every option. That’s why getting a second opinion could lead you to a breakthrough treatment you haven’t heard about yet: Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE).

Understanding Knee Osteoarthritis

Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint disease that affects millions of people, causing pain, inflammation, and a reduced ability to move comfortably. Over time, the cartilage in the knee wears away, and the body responds by creating new blood vessels (angiogenesis) that fuel chronic inflammation and pain.

This is where Genicular Artery Embolization comes in.

What Is Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE)?

GAE is a minimally invasive, outpatient procedure that reduces knee pain caused by osteoarthritis by targeting the genicular arteries that supply blood to the inflamed joint lining. By decreasing the blood flow to these areas, GAE helps reduce inflammation and pain—without surgery.

Benefits of GAE:

• Minimally invasive – no general anesthesia required

• Performed in an outpatient setting

• No hospital stay or stitches

• Reduced pain and inflammation

• Quick recovery time

• Preserves your natural knee joint

For many patients, GAE provides long-lasting pain relief and improves overall quality of life—especially for those who are not ready or eligible for knee replacement surgery.

Why Get a Second Opinion?

If you’ve been told that surgery is your only option for knee osteoarthritis, getting a second opinion at USA Pain Center can help you explore non-surgical treatments like GAE that may be better suited for your needs.

Here’s why a second opinion matters:

• You might avoid major surgery

• You’ll gain insight from interventional pain specialists

• You’ll learn about cutting-edge options not offered everywhere

• You’ll feel more confident making an informed treatment decision

Second opinions aren’t just about doubting your diagnosis—they’re about empowering you with more choices and more control over your care.

Are You a Candidate for GAE?

You may be a good candidate for Genicular Artery Embolization if:

• You have chronic knee pain due to osteoarthritis

• You are not getting relief from medications, injections, or physical therapy

• You want to avoid or delay knee replacement surgery

• You’re looking for a non-surgical solution with minimal downtime

Even if your current provider hasn’t mentioned GAE, that doesn’t mean it’s not right for you. Our team at USA Pain Center can evaluate your condition and help determine if you qualify for this innovative treatment.

Why Choose USA Pain Center?

At USA Pain Center, we specialize in advanced, non-surgical solutions for chronic pain. Our physicians are trained in interventional radiology and pain management, using state-of-the-art technology to help patients avoid invasive surgery and get back to doing what they love.

We make the second opinion process seamless, respectful, and focused on your goals.

Schedule Your Second Opinion Today

Don’t make a life-changing decision like surgery without exploring all your options. Genicular Artery Embolization may offer you the pain relief you need—without the recovery time and risks of surgery.

Book your second opinion at USA Pain Center today and find out if GAE is the right treatment for your knee osteoarthritis. Relief might be closer—and easier—than you think.