Men's Health Month: Minimally Invasive Treatments That Help Men Get Back to Living Life

June is Men's Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the health challenges men face and encouraging proactive steps toward better health.

The reality is that many common conditions affecting men can significantly impact quality of life. Chronic pain, limited mobility, urinary symptoms, and vascular conditions can make it harder to enjoy hobbies, stay active, travel, exercise, or simply feel your best.

The good news is that many of these conditions can be treated with minimally invasive procedures that offer effective relief without major surgery.

At RIA Endovascular, our team specializes in image-guided treatments designed to help patients return to the activities they enjoy with shorter recovery times and less disruption to their daily lives.

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

As men age, the prostate gland often enlarges, a condition known as Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, or BPH. While common, BPH can lead to frustrating urinary symptoms that interfere with daily activities and sleep.

Symptoms may include:

Frequent urination, especially at night

Difficulty starting urination

Weak urine stream

Feeling that the bladder is not completely empty

Urgent need to urinate

For many men, these symptoms gradually worsen over time and can have a significant impact on quality of life.

Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE) is a minimally invasive treatment that reduces blood flow to the enlarged prostate, causing it to shrink over time. Many patients experience improvement in urinary symptoms without the need for major surgery or a lengthy recovery.

Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)

Peripheral Artery Disease occurs when arteries become narrowed by plaque buildup, reducing blood flow to the legs and feet. PAD can make it difficult to walk, exercise, or participate in everyday activities.

Common symptoms include:

Leg pain while walking

Cramping in the calves, thighs, or hips

Numbness or weakness in the legs

Slow-healing wounds on the feet or legs

Minimally invasive vascular procedures can help restore blood flow, improve circulation, and reduce symptoms, helping patients regain mobility and maintain an active lifestyle.

Varicose Veins and Venous Disease

Many men are surprised to learn that varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency are not just cosmetic concerns. Vein disease can cause symptoms that affect comfort and mobility.

Symptoms may include:

Aching or heaviness in the legs

Swelling

Leg fatigue

Visible varicose veins

Skin changes or ulcers in advanced cases

Minimally invasive vein treatments can close damaged veins and redirect blood flow to healthier veins, providing symptom relief and improving overall leg health.

Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE) for Knee Pain

Chronic knee pain caused by osteoarthritis can make it difficult to stay active and enjoy favorite activities. For men who are not ready for knee replacement surgery or may not be candidates for surgery, Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE) may offer another option.

GAE is a minimally invasive procedure that targets the abnormal blood vessels associated with inflammation in the knee. By reducing inflammation, many patients experience meaningful pain relief and improved mobility.

The result is often an increased ability to walk, exercise, travel, and participate in everyday activities with less discomfort.

Taking Charge of Your Health

Men's Health Month is an important reminder that ongoing symptoms should not be ignored. Whether you're dealing with urinary issues, leg pain, poor circulation, vein disease, or chronic joint pain, there may be treatment options available that do not require major surgery.

At RIA Endovascular, our board-certified interventional radiologists specialize in minimally invasive procedures that help patients find relief and get back to doing the things they love.

This June, make your health a priority. Taking the first step toward treatment could help you return to living your best life!

Interested in learning more about our minimally invasive treatment options? Visit RIAEndovascular.com to schedule a consultation and explore whether one of our procedures may be right for you.