Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis (OA) is degenerative joint disease and is the most common form of arthritis. It is the unavoidable “wear and tear” that is common as we age. OA is a degenerative and chronic disease that causes the breakdown of cartilage in the joints. It is most commonly found in the knee.

Osteoarthritis Treatment

Because there is no cure for osteoarthritis, Interventional Pain Management is often used to treat the joint discomfort, inflammation. and other symptoms that may accompany arthritis. These minimally-invasive techniques may include injections, nerve blocks and radiofrequency ablation.

Click to learn more about arthritis care and how to protect your knees.

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