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COOLIEF* is a non-opioid procedure that offers long-lasting pain relief for:
  neck   shoulder   spine
  hip   knee

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What is osteoarthritis of the knee?

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis. It is sometimes called degenerative joint disease or “wear and tear” arthritis. It most frequently occurs in the hands, hips, and knees.1

With osteoarthritis, the cartilage and bones within a joint begin to break down. These changes usually develop slowly and get worse over time. Osteoarthritis can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling, and can result in disability.

If you’re living with osteoarthritis, you’re not alone. It affects over 30 million adults in the US, and the knee is one of the most commonly affected areas.1 75% of patients suffering from chronic pain are also suffering from knee and/or hip pain.

Osteoarthritis of the knee

What is chronic back pain?

Unlike acute pain, which usually lasts less than 3 months, chronic back pain is defined as pain that persists for 12 weeks or longer, even after an initial injury or underlying cause of acute back pain has been treated. The vast majority of chronic back pain is associated with spondylosis, a term that refers to the general degeneration of the spine associated with normal wear and tear that occurs in joints, discs, and bones of the spine as people get older.4

Four out of five adults in the United States experience chronic lower back pain, and Americans spend at least $50 billion each year trying to treat it.5 In fact, 56% of all chronic pain is related to back pain.6

Chronic back pain

What is osteoarthritis of the neck?

Neck pain is often related to aging. The disks and joints in the neck (cervical spine) slowly degenerate as we get older. Cervical spondylosis, commonly called arthritis of the neck, is the medical term for these age-related, “wear-and-tear” changes that occur over time.

As the disks in the spine age, their cushioning abilities begins to decrease. The smooth, slippery cartilage that covers and protects the joints may begin to wear away, causing arthritis.

If the cartilage wears away completely, bone rubbing on bone can result. Your body may respond by growing new bone in your facet joints to help support the vertebrae. Over time, this bone overgrowth — called bone spurs — may narrow the space for the nerves and spinal cord to pass through (stenosis).2

Osteoarthritis of the knee

What is osteoarthritis of the hip?

Osteoarthritis is a common condition that many people develop as they age. It most often develops in weight-bearing joints, such as the hip.

In osteoarthritis of the hip, the cartilage in the hip joint gradually wears away. The cartilage becomes frayed and rough, and the protective joint space between the bones gets smaller. This can result in bone rubbing on bone. To make up for the lost cartilage, the damaged bones may start to grow outward and form bone spurs (osteophytes).

Because osteoarthritis gradually worsens over time, the sooner you start treatment, the more likely it is that you can lessen its impact on your life. Although there is no cure for osteoarthritis, there are treatment options to help you manage pain and stay active.7

Osteoarthritis of the knee

What is osteoarthritis of the shoulder?

Osteoarthritis is a condition that destroys the smooth outer covering (articular cartilage) of bone. As the articular cartilage wears away, it becomes frayed and rough, and the protective space between the bones gets smaller. During movement, the bones of the joint rub against each other, causing pain; this is often referred to as “bone on bone” arthritis.

There are two joints in the shoulder, and both may be affected by arthritis. One joint is located where the clavicle meets the tip of the shoulder blade. This is called the acromioclavicular (AC) joint. The second is where the head of the humerus fits into the scapula and is called the glenohumeral joint.

Osteoarthritis usually affects people over the age of 50 and is more common in the acromioclavicular joint than in the glenohumeral shoulder joint.3

Osteoarthritis of the knee
Select your level of pain below to find out your possible treatment options

If you are living with osteoarthritis, you are not alone. Osteoarthritis impacts over 30 million adults in the US.1

How bad is your pain?

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Irritating throbbing

You may have noticed a constant, annoying, throbbing pain in your knee. You met with your doctor and were diagnosed with chronic pain or osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee. You may have been prescribed several conservative therapies such as physical therapy and OTC medications that may provide temporary relief, so you can still enjoy your daily activities.

Woodpecker wear down

It’s been some time since your chronic pain/OA diagnosis, but your go-to therapies may not be cutting it anymore and simple tasks wear you down. You may start seeking help from other specialists who might recommend prescription NSAIDs, or maybe even opioids.

Direct arrow skirmish

You may have lived with the pain for some time now, and your doctor may be suggesting more invasive therapies such as steroid injections. But long-term relief and safety may give you pause, so you and your doctor could discuss COOLIEF* as an option.

Hammer strike

Your pain is getting worse. You may have tried steroid injections, but you may not be ready for another round and need lasting relief. Your doctor may have brought up surgery, but you aren’t ready yet. What else is there? Maybe discuss COOLIEF* with a licensed healthcare professional.

Relentless nail gun

You may be feeling terrible pain. After several different therapies, you still haven’t found relief that lasts. You’re not ready for surgery yet, so what are your options? Ask about minimally invasive COOLIEF*.

The selector above is based on the last 5 locations on the Pain Numeric Rating Scale (Pain Score Severity: 0=no pain, 1–3=mild pain, 4–6=moderate pain, ≥7=severe pain). It is not intended to provide medical advice. Talk to your licensed healthcare professional to determine the right treatment options for you.8

COOLIEF* Cooled RF is a minimally invasive, non-opioid treatment

COOLIEF* is the first and only radiofrequency treatment cleared by the FDA for moderate to severe OA knee pain. It is a minimally invasive, non-narcotic procedure that treats chronic knee, spine, neck, hip, and shoulder pain and can last for up to a year (for some people with chronic knee or back pain, up to two years).

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REFERENCES
  1. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Osteoarthritis fact sheet. http://www.cdc.gov/arthritis/basics/osteoarthritis.htm. Accessed May 3, 2017.
  2. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. OrthoInfo-Neck Pain. https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/diseases--conditions/neck-pain. Accessed May 18, 2022.
  3. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. OrthoInfo-Arthritis of the Shoulder. https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/diseases--conditions/arthritis-of-the-shoulder. Accessed May 18, 2022.
  4. National Institute of Neurologic Disorders and Stroke. Low back pain fact sheet. https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/Patient-Caregiver-Education/Fact-Sheets/Low-Back-Pain-Fact-Sheet#3102_3. Accessed March 12, 2018.
  5. KS&R, Inc. Halyard-sponsored qualitative market research, OA Pain Landscape & Patient Journey. 2015. Data on file.
  6. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Information Statement 1045: Opioid Use, Misuse, and Abuse in Orthopaedic Practice. October 2015.
  7. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. OrthoInfo-Osteoarthritis of the Hip. https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/diseases--conditions/osteoarthritis-of-the-hip. Accessed May 18, 2022.
  8. Physiopedia. Numeric pain rating scale. https://www.physio-pedia.com/index.php?title=Numeric_Pain_Rating_Scale&oldid=174322. Accessed April 19, 2018.