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Osteoarthritis of the Knee- Interventional Treatments (Part 2)
Knee arthritis is caused by the degeneration of cartilage in the knee joint which can lead to pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.
There are many treatments available for knee arthritis including physical therapy, medications, and even surgery but injectable options have really gained popularity due to their effectiveness and convenience
In today's episode, we're going to explore some of the most commonly used injectable options for new arthritis:
1. Corticosteroids
2. Hyaluronic Acid or Viscosupplementation
3. PRP- Platelet Rich Plasma
4. Bone Marrow Stem Cells
5. Genicular Nerve Ablation