If your knees feel stiff when you get up in the morning or swell after a short walk, you’re not alone. These are some of the most common signs of knee arthritis, a condition that happens when the cartilage in your joint wears down over time.
When the joint lining becomes irritated, extra blood flow and inflammation build up inside the knee. That’s what causes the tight, puffy feeling that makes movement harder – and sometimes painful.
Many people try ice, rest, or steroid injections, but these only help for a short time. If your pain and swelling keep coming back, you might be a candidate for a newer, non-surgical procedure called Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE).
GAE works by gently reducing the excess blood flow to the inflamed parts of your knee, calming the inflammation at its source. Most patients notice improvement within weeks – and can return to normal activities much faster than after surgery.
If stiffness or swelling is keeping you from staying active, talk to our team at Zenith Vascular & Fibroid Center to see if GAE is right for you.
