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Genicular Artery Embolization Treatment

Minimally Invasive Knee Pain Treatment — Performed by Dr Sandeep Sharma at IRFacilities, Without Surgery or Hospital Stay

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Benefits

Key Benefits of Genicular Artery Embolization Treatment

Minimally Invasive

Small incision procedure with minimal tissue damage, reducing pain and recovery time significantly.

Painless Procedure

Performed under local anesthesia with sedation, ensuring patient comfort throughout the procedure.

Quick Recovery

Faster healing process with reduced hospital stay compared to traditional surgical methods.

Improved Outcomes

Effective drainage with lower risk of complications and better long-term knee function.

Understanding

Why Is Genicular Artery Embolization Necessary?

Knee pain does not arrive all at once. It starts small — a little stiffness in the morning, some discomfort on the stairs. Before long, a short walk to the shops feels like a big effort.

Most people go through the same cycle. Painkillers for a while. A steroid injection. Physiotherapy. Things improve, then the pain creeps back. It is exhausting — and the reason it keeps happening is that none of these treatments fixes what is actually going wrong inside the knee.

Genicular artery embolization directly targets this issue. At IRFacilities, Dr Sandeep Sharma blocks these abnormal vessels, helping reduce pain at its source and allowing the knee to heal more effectively.

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Why Is Genicular Artery Embolization Necessary
How Does Genicular Artery Embolization Work
Types

How Does Genicular Artery Embolization Work?

Despite the technical name, this procedure is far simpler than most people expect. There is no general anaesthetic involved. No large incisions. No reason to stay in the hospital overnight. Dr Sandeep Sharma performs genicular artery embolization at IRFacilities as a day case — you arrive, have the procedure done, and go home the same afternoon.

Here is what actually happens. A very fine tube is passed through a small puncture in the wrist or groin — about the size of a standard needle prick. Using live X-ray imaging, Dr Sandeep Sharma guides this tube through the blood vessels until it reaches the abnormal vessels supplying the inflamed knee tissue.

Pain levels typically begin to drop within 2 to 4 weeks. The procedure itself takes between 60 and 90 minutes, leaves no stitches, and needs no wound care once you are home.

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Types of Genicular Artery Embolization and Related Procedures
Symptoms

Types of Genicular Artery Embolization and Related Procedures

Every patient is unique. Dr. Sandeep Sharma reviews your scans and symptoms to determine which vessels to treat and the best technique for your results.

  • Genicular Nerve Block A genicular nerve block injects local anesthetic around nerve branches supplying the knee. It's primarily diagnostic—confirming whether these nerves cause your pain. Relief is temporary as it doesn't address underlying inflammation.
  • Radiofrequency Ablation Knee Joint Radiofrequency ablation uses heat to damage pain-carrying nerve fibers around the joint, reducing pain signals to the brain. Results typically last 1-2 years but manage pain signals rather than treat the inflamed tissue causing them.
  • Genicular Artery Embolization GAE targets abnormal blood vessels feeding inflamed tissue—addressing the root cause rather than just nerve signals. Patients who've tried nerve blocks or radiofrequency ablation often find GAE provides longer-lasting improvement.
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Treatment

Recovery and Aftercare After Genicular Artery Embolization

One of the most common things patients say after genicular artery embolization is that the recovery was far easier than they expected. No surgical wound to worry about. No plaster cast. No weeks stuck in bed. Most people treated at IRFacilities walk out the same day with a small dressing over the puncture point and nothing else to manage.

Minimally invasive knee pain relief

Image-guided procedure to reduce inflammation by blocking abnormal blood vessels.

Focused vascular treatment

Embolization of genicular arteries to decrease synovial inflammation and pain.

Quick recovery, no surgery

Performed under local anesthesia with same-day discharge and minimal downtime.

Monitoring & rehabilitation

Follow-up assessments and physiotherapy guidance for optimal recovery.

Here is what the recovery actually looks like week by week:

  • Days 1 to 3 — Take it easy at home. Some soreness around the knee and general tiredness is normal. Drink plenty of fluids, take any pain relief Dr Sandeep Sharma has recommended, and avoid driving on the day of the procedure itself.
  • Days 3 to 14 — Short, gentle walks are a good idea during this period. They keep blood moving without putting load through the knee. Anything more demanding — running, heavy lifting, long periods standing — should wait.
  • Weeks 3 to 6 — This is usually when patients start to feel the real benefit. Knee pain eases noticeably, and movement becomes more comfortable. Physiotherapy may be recommended at this stage to rebuild the muscles supporting the joint.
  • Weeks 6-12 - Follow-up visit to IRFacilities with Dr. Sandeep Sharma to assess how the knee has responded, go over any imaging, if required and determine if additional steps are necessary. In the long run the long term, activities that are low impact such as cycling and swimming are great. Being in a healthy weight range is a significant impact on how your knee performs over the course of years and not just months.
Recovery

Genicular Artery Embolization vs. Other Knee Pain Treatments

If you've tried several treatments without lasting relief, understand where genicular artery embolization fits and why it works differently.

  • Genicular Nerve Block A genicular nerve block is a valuable diagnostic and short-term relief tool. It helps confirm which nerves are involved in the pain and gives a temporary preview of reduced pain. As a long-term treatment, it falls short — the inflamed tissue remains untreated.
  • Radiofrequency Ablation Knee Joint Radiofrequency ablation of the knee joint is a step beyond a nerve block. Using heat to disrupt pain-transmitting nerve fibres can hold pain at bay for 1 to 2 years. Radiofrequency ablation modulates the pain signal at the nerve level, while GAE targets the inflamed tissue that produces that signal.
  • Knee Replacement Surgery Total knee replacement is the most definitive treatment for severe osteoarthritis — but it is major surgery. Recovery takes months, risks are real, and life is significantly disrupted. Many patients are not ready for that step or want to avoid it. Genicular artery embolization offers meaningful, lasting relief that makes that possible.
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Cost

Cost of Genicular Artery Embolization

At IRFacilities, the genicular artery embolization cost is approximately ₹1.25 lakhs. That is the average figure — in practice, the total can range from ₹70,000 to ₹3,00,000 depending on a few important factors.

Case complexity plays a role. Treating one knee costs less than treating both. The extent of abnormal vessel growth affects how involved the procedure needs to be. And the experience and procedure volume of your treating physician makes a real difference — not just to cost, but to outcome.

If the price feels like a barrier, say so. The team at IRFacilities will review your insurance policy with you and discuss any available payment options. Good treatment should be accessible — and that conversation is always worth having.

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What Our Patients Say

Hear from our patients about their experience with IRFacilities

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Harpreet Kaur

"I am Harpreet from Jalandhar. Knee pain made my mornings horrible for three years — stairs, walking, even sitting too long was uncomfortable. Injections helped for a bit then stopped. My cousin told me about IRFacilities and I booked with Dr Sandeep Sharma. He explained everything clearly before starting. No cuts, no stitches, home the same evening. Four weeks later the pain had dropped so much I was genuinely shocked. Still doing well."

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Muhammad Akram

"I am Akram from West Bengal. Two doctors told me knee replacement was my only option and that frightened me. I kept searching and found IRFacilities. Dr Sandeep Sharma went through my scans properly and explained why this procedure suited my case better than surgery. One day, no general anaesthetic, back home by evening. Six weeks later I was back to my normal routine. Very relieved I did not rush into an operation."

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Balwinder Kaur

"I am Balwinder from Ludhiana. Four years of knee pain and steroid injections that slowly stopped working. My son found IRFacilities online and booked a consultation. Dr Sandeep Sharma explained what was actually happening inside my knee — nobody had done that before. Procedure was done in one day, no operation, home by evening. Five months on and that constant ache that followed me everywhere is finally gone."

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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What exactly is genicular artery embolization and who needs it?

Tiny particles are injected into abnormal blood vessels feeding inflamed knee tissue — blocking their supply so the inflammation finally settles. It suits osteoarthritis patients who have tried injections and physio with no lasting results. At IRFacilities, Dr Sandeep Sharma recommends it for people tired of temporary fixes who want something that actually holds long term.

How long does genicular artery embolization actually last?

Most patients at IRFacilities see relief lasting one to three years — sometimes longer. It depends on how advanced the osteoarthritis is and how well the knee responds to treatment. Some patients come back for a repeat procedure after a few years, which is straightforward. Dr Sandeep Sharma reviews this during your follow-up and gives you an honest picture based on your specific scans and response.

What is a genicular nerve block — is it the same as GAE?

Not at all. A genicular nerve block injects anaesthetic around the nerve branches to temporarily switch pain off. Good for confirming which nerves are involved — but the relief wears off in weeks. GAE goes after the inflamed tissue that is irritating that nerve in the first place. One buys you time. The other treats the actual problem.

How does radiofrequency ablation knee joint treatment compare to GAE?

Radiofrequency ablation knee joint treatment burns pain-carrying nerve fibres using heat, cutting signals for one to two years. It works at the nerve level. GAE works at the tissue level — targeting the inflammation that produces those signals. For patients where tissue inflammation is driving the pain, GAE tends to go further and last longer.

Is genicular artery embolization painful?

Most patients are surprised by how comfortable it is. The procedure is done under local anaesthetic so you are awake but feel very little. The entry point is a small needle puncture — nothing more. Afterwards, some knee soreness and tiredness for a couple of days is normal. Dr Sandeep Sharma and the team at IRFacilities make sure you know exactly what to expect before anything starts.

What does genicular artery embolization cost at IRFacilities?

Around ₹1.25 lakhs on average. It can range from ₹70,000 to ₹3,00,000 depending on case complexity, whether one or both knees need treating, and your physician's experience. Dr Sandeep Sharma performs this regularly at IRFacilities — that volume directly affects accuracy and results. Everything is laid out clearly before you agree to anything. Call IRFacilities to get a proper estimate based on your case.

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