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Any new medical procedure goes through a period of public confusion — and GAE is no different. While it has been performed for over a decade, myths still spread across social media and word-of-mouth.
Let’s clear up the biggest misconceptions once and for all.
Myth #1: “GAE is experimental.”
Truth:
GAE has extensive clinical research, peer-reviewed data, and global adoption. It’s used in top medical centers and performed by trained interventional radiologists.
Myth #2: “GAE cuts off blood supply to the knee.”
Truth:
Only tiny abnormal arteries feeding inflammation are embolized.
Healthy blood flow remains completely intact.
Myth #3: “It’s painful.”
Truth:
Most patients feel only mild discomfort for a day or two. Many describe the recovery as easier than cortisone injections.
Myth #4: “It won’t work unless your arthritis is severe.”
Truth:
GAE is most effective for mild to moderate osteoarthritis — often when people feel stuck between injections and surgery.
Myth #5: “It’s too new to trust.”
Truth:
GAE has more than a decade of research behind it and is performed in the U.S., Europe, and Asia. Skepticism comes from lack of awareness, not lack of evidence.
Myth #6: “Any doctor can do it.”
Truth:
GAE should only be performed by board-certified interventional radiologists.
The training, imaging skills, and vascular experience required are highly specialized.
Final Thoughts
GAE is a legitimate, clinically backed solution for knee pain — not a trend, not an experiment, and not a shortcut. If you’re unsure whether you qualify, KneeFlow provides consultations to help you understand your options clearly and confidently.
