Chronic Knee Pain: Understanding the Cause, and Your Next Step Toward Relief
Chronic knee pain isn’t just inconvenient—it’s life-altering. Whether it’s getting up from your desk, climbing stairs, or simply enjoying a walk in the park, persistent pain can interrupt even the smallest joys of daily life. If you’ve been living with knee discomfort for months or even years, it’s time to consider a better solution.
Why Is This Happening? Common Causes: Knee Pain
Knee pain can stem from a variety of causes, and unfortunately, age isn’t the only culprit. Some of the most common sources of long term knee pain include:
- Osteoarthritis
- Meniscus injuries
- Tendonitis or bursitis
- Poor blood circulation in legs or underlying vascular conditions
- Post-injury inflammation that never fully resolved
In many cases, the root of the pain is not just orthopedic, but vascular. As specialists in vascular and interventional radiology, we often find that addressing the vascular component can lead to significant and lasting relief.
You Deserve Better Than “Just Living With It”
If you’ve been told to “wait it out” or that surgery is your only option, we want to introduce you to a better path. At Prospero Vascular & Interventional, we offer minimally invasive options that don’t require lengthy recovery times or hospitalization.
One of these options includes Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE)—a cutting-edge technique that reduces pain caused by osteoarthritis by targeting abnormal blood flow to the knee. For many patients, this means:
- Less daily pain
- Improved mobility
- Avoidance of joint replacement surgery
Learn more about this option on our Treatment Page.
Not Sure What to Do Next? Take the Knee Pain Quiz
We know deciding on your next step can feel overwhelming. That’s why we created a quick, easy-to-take Knee Pain Quiz to help you better understand your symptoms—and which treatment options may be a good fit.
The quiz takes less than 2 minutes and could give you much-needed clarity on whether a minimally invasive option like GAE is right for you.
Why Patients Across the Bay Area Trust Us
Our team of experienced physicians, led by Dr. David Soto, specializes in vascular and interventional procedures that help patients avoid surgery. If you’re located in the East Bay, we offer care close to home, including:
- Interventional radiology near Hayward
- East Bay vein specialists
- Peripheral artery disease (PAD) care and pain relief
We also understand that this pain rarely exists in isolation. If you’re managing other conditions—like peripheral neuropathy, PAD, or even chronic shoulder pain—our comprehensive approach ensures your whole vascular health is considered.
Additional Support and Resources
Looking for more information? These reputable resources provide in-depth information and advice on managing joint and vascular health:
American College of Radiology – Interventional Radiology
What’s Next?
You deserve to live without constant discomfort. If chronic pain is interfering with your quality of life, it’s time to explore solutions tailored to your needs—not just another round of painkillers or another referral to surgery.
✅ Start with our Free Quiz
📍 Learn more about our East Bay vascular and interventional services
📞 Or contact us directly to speak with a care coordinator at Prospero Vascular & Interventional
Relief may be closer—and easier—than you think.
