Dear Doctor: What is a genicular nerve block, and can it help with my knee pain?

I have bad knee arthritis. My doctor is suggesting a genicular nerve block. Is this a good idea? Will it fix the problem? -- ...

Dear Doctor: Doctor recommends a genicular nerve block to treat arthritis; is this a good idea?

I have bad knee arthritis. My doctor is suggesting a genicular nerve block. Is this a good idea? Will it fix the problem? -- ...
Altoona Mirror

Weighing whether nerve block is right for case of arthritis

I have bad knee arthritis. My doctor is suggesting a genicular nerve block. Is this a good idea? Will it fix the problem? — P.O.V. Answer: Chronic knee pain from osteoarthritis is a common problem in ...
Tribune Chronicle

TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH: How best to treat arthritis in knees

I have bad knee arthritis. My doctor is suggesting a genicular nerve block. Is this a good idea? Will it fix the ...

Dr. Roach: Borderline-diabetic browses other options for drinking caffeine

I am 57 years old and love Pepsi, Coke, and unsweetened iced tea for the caffeine, which greatly improves my mood and gives me more energy. Unfortunately, I ...

Dr. Roach: Skin scratch testing reveals a false-positive peanut allergy

I recently underwent skin scratch testing for food allergies. I was shocked that among the positive findings was peanuts. I have eaten peanuts all of my life (I'm ...
Healio

Technical tips, pearls for implantable shock absorber for medial knee arthritis

Knee osteoarthritis is one of the leading causes of disability in the United States and worldwide.Patients who have failed ...

Nerve growth factor alone triggers osteoarthritis-like joint changes in healthy mice

Nerve growth factor (NGF) is a specialized protein, also called a neurotrophin, that is critical for the development and ...