Arthritis (Low-Dose Radiation)

Arthritis (Low-Dose Radiation)

Low-dose radiation therapy (LDRT) is a safe, painless, non-surgical way to calm joint inflammation and relieve the pain of arthritis.

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Drug-free relief for aching joints

At low doses, radiation has a powerful anti-inflammatory effect. For osteoarthritis of the hands, knees, shoulders, and other joints, a short course of gentle, targeted radiation can reduce pain and stiffness — often when injections, physical therapy, or medications haven't given lasting relief. There's no anesthesia, no cutting, and no downtime.

Joints and conditions treated

  • Osteoarthritis of the hands, fingers, and thumb
  • Knee, shoulder, hip, and elbow arthritis
  • Heel pain and plantar fasciitis
  • Other painful degenerative joint conditions

What to expect

Brief sessions

Treatment is delivered in a handful of short, painless visits.

Gentle dose

Doses are low and well tolerated, with minimal side effects.

Gradual relief

Many patients notice improvement in the weeks following treatment.

See if LDRT can help

Talk with our team about low-dose radiation for your joint pain.

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