Alleviate Chronic Knee Pain in the Central Valley
Chronic knee pain can affect every part of your daily life—walking through downtown Modesto, climbing stairs at home in Turlock, or simply enjoying a walk in a Merced park. Conditions like osteoarthritis and old injuries are common causes, and standard treatments such as medications, physical therapy, or steroid injections often don’t provide lasting relief.
If you’re searching for a minimally invasive solution close to home, Genicular Nerve Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) is now available at NorCal Pain Treatment Center. This advanced treatment targets the tiny nerves that send pain signals from your knee, helping you move with less discomfort—right here in the Central Valley.
What Is Genicular Nerve RFA?
The genicular nerves are small nerves surrounding the knee joint that play a major role in pain transmission. Radiofrequency ablation uses carefully controlled heat to interrupt these signals.
The procedure is done on an outpatient basis with no major incisions, so you don’t have to travel far or spend days recovering. Before performing RFA, our pain specialists may use a diagnostic nerve block to confirm that your knee pain is coming from the genicular nerves.
Who Can Benefit?
Genicular nerve RFA is an excellent option for Central Valley residents who:
Experience chronic knee pain from osteoarthritis or past injuries
Haven’t found relief with conservative care like medications, physical therapy, or cortisone injections
Want to delay or avoid knee replacement surgery
Many of our patients in Modesto, Turlock, and Merced choose this procedure when other options no longer work.
Benefits of the Procedure
Long-lasting relief: Many patients enjoy 6–12 months of reduced knee pain.
Improved mobility: Less pain means more freedom to stay active and enjoy life.
Minimal downtime: Most return to normal activity in 24–48 hours.
Reduced medication use: Less reliance on pain medications or opioids.
If your knee pain returns in the future, the procedure can often be repeated safely.
What to Expect at Our Central Valley Locations
During RFA, your pain specialist inserts a thin needle near the genicular nerves using live imaging for precision. Radiofrequency energy is delivered through the needle tip to stop the nerves from sending pain signals.
The procedure takes less than an hour, and because it’s outpatient, you can return home the same day. Whether you visit our Modesto, Turlock, or Merced office, you’ll receive the same high level of care.
Recovery & Side Effects
You may experience some mild soreness at the treatment site for a few days, but most patients notice pain relief gradually building over the next few weeks. Complications are very rare when performed by our experienced Central Valley interventional pain specialists.
Find Out if Genicular Nerve RFA Is Right for You
Don’t let chronic knee pain stop you from enjoying all that life in the Central Valley has to offer. At NorCal Pain Treatment Center, we specialize in advanced, minimally invasive procedures like genicular nerve RFA to help patients reduce pain and get back to their normal activities.
Ready to take the next step? Contact us today to schedule a consultation at one of our convenient locations in Modesto, Turlock, or Merced.
📞 (209) 448-3000
📍 Offices throughout the Central Valley