Knee Pain Suffered by Millions Can Be Eased Using New Non-Surgical Procedure — 2026-06-17

Impact Vector: Good News · Jun 17, 2026 · 2m

## Short Segments ## Feature Story Millions of people suffering from knee pain may find relief through a new non-surgical procedure called genicular artery embolization, or GAE. This innovative treatment offers significant pain relief and improved function for osteoarthritis patients, with benefits lasting at least a year from a single injection. GAE targets abnormal blood vessels in the knee, which are often responsible for the inflammation and pain associated with osteoarthritis. By using rapidly resorbable gelatin-based microspheres, the procedure safely blocks these vessels, reducing…