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Dear Doctor: What is a genicular nerve block, and can it help with my knee pain?
Dear Doctor: What is a genicular nerve block, and can it help with my knee pain?
Dear Doctor: What is a genicular nerve block, and can it help with my knee pain?

Published on: 04/13/2026

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Dr. Keith Roach is a physician at Weill Cornell Medical College and New York Presbyterian Hospital. He writes an educational column on infectious diseases, public health and sports medicine.

DEAR DR. ROACH: I have bad knee arthritis. My doctor is suggesting a genicular nerve block. Is this a good idea? Will it fix the problem? -- P.O.V.

News Source : https://www.oregonlive.com/advice/2026/04/dear-doctor-what-is-a-genicular-nerve-block-and-can-it-help-with-my-knee-pain.html

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