A recent Pain Practice study revealed cooled radiofrequency provides long-term relief for patients with chronic knee pain after total knee replacement.
Here are four facts:
1. Approximately 53 percent of patients experience knee pain after total knee replacement. Of those patients, 15 percent reported severe pain. A large portion of patients experience constant pain that lasts more than three months after surgery.
2. COOLIEF is a non-narcotic, minimally invasive outpatient treatment that is safe for patients.
3. The treatment provides functional improvement and enhances patients' quality of life.
4. COOLIEF reduces dependence on pain medications.
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