How I Do It: Embolization for Joint Pain.

Abstract

Arterial embolization is a rapidly growing therapy for joint pain, particularly in cases where conservative measures like nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and joint injections have failed. This article presents the technical aspects of embolization for knee osteoarthritis, frozen shoulder, and tennis elbow. The guide outlines patient selection criteria, procedural techniques, and postprocedural care. Several trials have produced results with high rates of clinical success and functional improvement. As embolization techniques evolve, procedural standardization will enhance treatment efficacy and minimize adverse events, potentially integrating embolization into broader treatment guidelines for joint pain.