Osteoarthritis is due to degeneration of the cartilage within the knee joint. This is usually due to age and “wear and tear“ but can also be accelerated by injury.

Why does knee osteoarthritis cause pain?

The cartilage cushions the knee joint, allowing you to have both stability and motion. Degeneration leads to inflammation, shrinking, and tears of the cartilage. This can cause pain with weight-bearing or after exercise but may also exist rest as well.

Need Treatment in New Jersey?

Dr. Koppel has excellent outcomes in treating pain with intervention therapy.

What Treatments Exist For Knee osteoarthritis?

Injection therapy and other interventional modalities are utilized to reduce information, regenerate and repair tissue, or in severe cases block the pain sensation within the joint.

  • PLATELET RICH PLASMA (PRP)
  • STEM CELL THERAPY
  • Traumeel and Zeel homeopathic injection
  • Genicular nerve block and ablation
  • Peripheral Spinal Cord Stimulation

If you suffer from chronic pain due to osteoarthritis, Dr. Koppel in New Jersey can help you determine the right treatment and avoid surgery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Patients who have not responded well to medications, physical therapy, or prior injections may still benefit from a more comprehensive pain management evaluation and individualized treatment approach.

The extent of joint degeneration can influence which treatment options are most appropriate and how effective certain interventions may be for long-term symptom management.

The goal of treatment is not only to reduce discomfort but also to help improve movement, stability, and tolerance for everyday activities.

Yes. Since osteoarthritis symptoms and severity can progress over time, treatment plans may be modified based on changes in pain levels, mobility, and overall function.

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