One Procedure Ended Decades of Knee Pain

From 30 Years of Pain to a New Beginning: Joshua’s Journey with Shaw Heart

For three decades, Joshua lived with relentless knee pain—an injury that began with a meniscus tear in high school and only worsened over time.

His journey started in 1995 during a long jump competition, where he suffered his first tear. A decade later, another injury shredded his meniscus “like spaghetti,” leaving him with chronic, debilitating pain. Over the years, Joshua underwent three knee surgeries, but none brought lasting relief. The pain grew so severe it would wake him at night.

Seeking a solution, his primary care physician referred him to Dr. Safavian at Shaw Heart Center, where he learned about Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE)—a minimally invasive procedure that reduces knee pain by blocking blood flow to the inflamed area.

The results were life-changing. The procedure went smoothly, recovery was easy, and for the first time in decades, Joshua is pain-free. While he may need another treatment in the future, he says he wouldn’t hesitate to do it again.

Just as importantly, Joshua credits the team at Shaw Heart Center for his positive experience. “Everyone was nice and easy to deal with,” he shares. “I truly felt cared for.”

After 30 years of suffering, Joshua has his life back—and he wholeheartedly recommends Shaw Heart and Dr. Safavian to anyone struggling with knee pain.

If you or a loved one are experiencing persistent knee pain, schedule a consultation with Shaw Heart Center today. Relief may be closer than you think.