Bone and Joint Pain Relief
Austin

Patients may feel mild pressure at the catheter site, but the procedure is generally well tolerated. Afterward, some temporary soreness or discomfort in the treated knee is normal. This typically improves over a few days as inflammation decreases and the joint begins responding to the reduced blood flow.

Patients with knee osteoarthritis in Austin have several treatment options, ranging from physical therapy, medications, and corticosteroid injections to minimally invasive procedures like genicular artery embolization (GAE) for those who have not found adequate relief. At Medical Vascular Partners, Dr. Srinivasa and Dr. Maloney evaluate your full history and imaging findings to recommend the most appropriate path forward based on the extent of your joint involvement.

You should seek evaluation if knee pain from osteoarthritis is limiting your mobility, disrupting your sleep, or interfering with everyday activities like walking, climbing stairs, or standing for extended periods. The team at Medical Vascular Partners can assess whether a minimally invasive approach like GAE is appropriate for your stage of arthritis before symptoms progress further.

Many patients begin to feel improvement within two to six weeks. Pain relief continues to build over several months as inflammation diminishes and the joint stabilizes. Individual experiences may vary depending on arthritis severity, activity level, and other factors.

Yes — patients seeking bone and joint pain relief in Austin now have access to minimally invasive, image-guided options like GAE that address the source of chronic knee inflammation without the need for surgical incisions, general anesthesia, or lengthy recovery periods. Dr. Srinivasa and Dr. Maloney specialize in these non-surgical interventions and work with each patient to determine whether they are a good candidate based on their specific condition and treatment goals.

In knee osteoarthritis, cartilage breakdown triggers an inflammatory response that causes abnormal blood vessel growth in the joint lining, which drives persistent pain, swelling, and stiffness even at rest. GAE targets these abnormal vessels directly, reducing the excess blood flow fueling inflammation and offering meaningful relief for patients who have not responded to conventional treatments.

If your knee pain has persisted for several months, is not improving with rest or conservative care, and is significantly impacting your quality of life, it is time to consult a specialist about medical intervention. Medical Vascular Partners offers a thorough evaluation to help patients throughout the Austin area understand the underlying cause of their pain and whether a minimally invasive procedure like GAE can provide lasting bone and joint pain relief in Austin.

GAE is not intended to replace knee replacement surgery, but it can help patients delay or avoid major surgery. It is particularly helpful for individuals who are not ready for joint replacement, are not good surgical candidates, or want to explore less invasive options first.

We accept many major plans, including Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield of Texas, Cigna Healthcare, UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage, Molina, Wellcare, Oscar, and ChoiceCare (Humana) Medicare Advantage, along with a number of additional networks. Because genicular artery embolization (GAE) for knee osteoarthritis is an emerging procedure, many insurers currently consider it experimental or investigational, so accepting your plan doesn’t guarantee GAE is covered. Our team can help you understand your coverage and expected costs before treatment, so call our office at 512-713-1266 or see our full insurances accepted list.