This episode explains how low-dose radiation therapy works for osteoarthritis and why it matters for people looking for non-surgical treatment options. Dr. Sandeep Bhave, board-certified radiation oncologist at Franciscan Health, joins Scott Webb to describe mechanisms, candidacy, and real-world outcomes.
Dr. Bhave explains how low-dose radiation therapy reduces inflammation and provides joint pain relief for conditions such as osteoarthritis, plantar fasciitis, and hip bursitis. You’ll hear about treatment planning with CT simulation, expected timelines for symptom improvement, and how this option fits among conservative treatments like physical therapy and steroid injections. Learn about potential side effects, long-term risks, and insurance coverage including Medicare.
Learn more at franciscanhealth.org and search radiation therapy for osteoarthritis.