Targeted Arterial Microembolization for the Hip A Minimally Invasive Option for Chronic Hip Pain

Targeted Arterial Microembolization for the Hip A Minimally Invasive Option for Chronic Hip Pain

What Is Targeted Arterial Microembolization (TAME)?

TAME for the hip is an outpatient, minimally invasive procedure designed to relieve chronic hip pain by blocking tiny abnormal blood vessels contributing to inflammation. Through a small catheter inserted at the wrist or groin, microembolic particles are delivered to reduce excess blood flow around the hip joint, helping decrease pain and improve function—without surgery.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

You may qualify if you have:

  • Chronic Hip Pain (3+ months)

Especially when conservative treatments have not helped.

  • Hip Osteoarthritis (Mild to Moderate)

Pain in the groin, reduced hip motion, stiffness, or difficulty walking.

  • Trochanteric Bursitis or Gluteal Tendinopathy

Outer hip pain, pain when lying on the side, tenderness over the hip.

  • Pain After Hip Injury or Surgery

Persistent inflammation that does not respond to injections or therapy.

  • Activity-Limiting Symptoms

Pain that interferes with daily life, sleep, work, or exercise.

A physician evaluation, review of imaging, and examination help confirm candidacy.

Why Do Hip Problems Develop?

Hip pain is often driven by abnormal inflammation. When inflamed tissues receive too much blood flow, new fragile blood vessels form, carrying inflammatory chemicals that cause swelling and pain.

Hip TAME targets these inflamed vessels to reduce pain at its source.

Benefits of TAME for the Hip

  • Minimally invasive

No incisions, no stitches, and no general anesthesia.

  • Rapid recovery

Most patients resume normal activity in 24–48 hours.

  • Decreased pain and inflammation

Targets abnormal blood vessels linked to chronic pain.

  • Improved mobility

Reduced stiffness and better hip function.

  • Option for patients not ready for hip surgery

A less invasive alternative for early-stage arthritis or chronic hip inflammation.

  • Outpatient procedure

Most treatments take under an hour.

 

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