Genicular nerve block in rheumatoid arthritis: a randomized clinical trial

ConclusionGNB is a new promising local therapy for RA to control pain, improve function, and alleviate inflammation of the knee joint. Although it has a relatively short-term effect, yet it has outperformed the steroid effect.Key Points•Knee monoarthritis treatment in rheumatoid arthritis is always challenging•GNB has been approved for the treatment of pain in knee osteoarthritis•GNB in this study was able to control active knee arthritis and this effect persisted longer thane intra-articular steroid injection
Source: Clinical Rheumatology - Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research