Emage Joint is proud to offer minimally invasive, true-outpatient genicular artery embolization (GAE) treatments in Richmond, VA, through our partners at Richmond Vascular Center. Learn how we can help you relieve osteoarthritis-related knee pain and keep moving better.
Emage
Joint Center Richmond Office
Emage Joint is proud to offer minimally invasive, true-outpatient genicular artery embolization (GAE) treatments in Richmond, VA, through our partners at Richmond Vascular Center. Learn how we can help you relieve osteoarthritis-related knee pain and keep moving better.
173 Wadsworth Drive North Chesterfield, VA 23236
7:30 am – 4:30 pm
Saturday – Sunday
Closed
Your Richmond
GAE Treatment Experience
Emage takes a comprehensive approach to diagnosing and treating knee osteoarthritis, and we strive to make the path to better mobility simple, comfortable and clear for each patient.
STEP 1: Initial Consultation
Meet with one of our interventional radiologists in our offices or via telehealth. We’ll discuss your medical history, symptoms, prior therapies and treatment goals, which can help us make a decision about the treatment approach that’s best for you.
STEP 2: Imaging & Treatment Recommendations
We’ll use advanced diagnostic imaging techniques, such as X-rays, MRIs and ultrasounds, to get a clear picture of the extent of your knee osteoarthritis. Based on these findings and your medical history, we may recommend GAE treatment to help you achieve better, lasting pain relief.
STEP 3: Treatment Day
GAE treatments can be performed in the comfort of our fully equipped outpatient offices. There’s no need for a hospital, and you’ll only need local anesthesia or sedation for the procedure.
During your treatment, we’ll use advanced imaging to guide a small catheter to the arteries supplying blood to inflamed areas of the knee. We’ll deliver tiny particles through the catheter and into the artery to reduce abnormal blood flow and inflammation. The catheter is then removed, and the patient is monitored for a few hours before going home later in the day.
Step 4: GAE Recovery
Following the GAE treatment, most people resume their normal daily activities quickly, often within 48 hours and without the need for extensive rehab. Patients often report substantial pain relief within a few days of their procedure.
Throughout the GAE treatment and recovery process, Emage’s team will be there to support, assist and answer any questions. We’ll also equip you with resources to help you continue to manage knee health following your treatment.
Talk to a
Richmond Heatlhcare Coordinator
You deserve to know your options for chronic knee pain. Reach out to Emage Joint Centers today to schedule a consultation and learn more about GAE treatment.
