Relief for Chronic Knee Pain Without Surgery
Knee pain can make walking, climbing stairs, or even standing feel like a struggle. When arthritis or injury wears down your joints, pain often lingers despite medication or physical therapy. A genicular nerve ablation targets the tiny nerves around your knee that send pain signals. By calming those nerves, many patients enjoy long-lasting relief and better movement — without surgery.
What is Genicular Nerve Ablation?
The genicular nerves are small sensory nerves that surround your knee joint. When these nerves become overactive, they send constant pain messages to the brain.
Genicular nerve ablation uses radiofrequency energy to gently heat and disrupt these pain pathways. This reduces or stops the pain signals, while leaving the strength and function of your knee intact.
Conditions It Helps
Genicular nerve ablation may be recommended if you have:
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Chronic knee pain from arthritis
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Knee pain that continues after surgery or joint replacement
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Pain that does not improve with medication or physical therapy
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Stiffness or swelling that limits daily activities
Why Choose This Treatment?
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Long-lasting relief: Pain reduction can last 6 months or more
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Precise care: Targets only the nerves causing pain
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Non-surgical: Outpatient procedure with minimal downtime
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Improved mobility: Easier walking, climbing stairs, and daily movement
What to Expect
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You’ll rest comfortably while your provider locates the genicular nerves with imaging guidance.
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A thin needle is placed near the targeted nerve.
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Radiofrequency energy is delivered to gently heat and disrupt the nerve’s pain signal.
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The procedure typically takes less than 45 minutes.
Patients go home the same day and most return to light activity within 24 hours.
Is Genicular Nerve Ablation Right for You?
This treatment may be a good option if you have chronic knee pain that hasn’t improved with other treatments. At Sterling Orthopedic Pain and Spine, we carefully evaluate your health history and symptoms to create a treatment plan built for you.
FAQs About Genicular Nerve Ablation
Is the procedure painful?
Most patients feel only mild pressure and a pinch. Local numbing medicine is used to keep you comfortable.
How long does the relief last?
Relief typically lasts 6–12 months. Some patients may need repeat treatments.
Are there risks?
Common side effects include mild soreness or bruising at the injection site. Serious complications are rare.
How soon can I return to normal activities?
Most patients resume light activities the next day.
Who should not get this treatment?
It may not be right for people with certain bleeding problems, infections, or allergies. Your provider will review your health history to ensure safety.
Take the Next Step
You don’t have to let knee pain slow you down. Genicular nerve ablation may help you walk, move, and live with less pain.
Call Sterling Orthopedic Pain and Spine today to schedule a consultation and find out if this treatment is right for you.
