At Mid State Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Center in Alexandria, we’re always looking for ways to improve the way our patients experience pain relief—especially when it comes to reducing the need for opioids. One treatment we’re excited to offer is iovera°, a drug-free, in-office procedure that uses cold therapy to help relieve knee pain.
Whether you’re preparing for knee surgery or dealing with knee pain, iovera° can be an effective and non-opioid option to manage discomfort and improve mobility.
What Is iovera°?
Iovera° is a treatment that uses focused cold therapy—also known as cryoneurolysis—to temporarily block pain signals coming from specific nerves in the knee. It doesn’t involve medication or surgery, and most patients feel relief shortly after the procedure.
“We’re not destroying the nerve,” explains David Rogenmoser, DO, a board-certified physiatrist at Mid State Orthopaedic. “We’re just putting it on pause. That temporary block can help patients move and heal without being burdened by pain—or by the side effects of pain medications.”
The treatment is FDA-cleared and performed right here in our clinic. It takes only a short time and has little to no downtime.
Who Can Benefit from iovera°?
We typically recommend iovera° to patients who:
- Are preparing for knee replacement surgery and want to reduce post-operative pain
- Are recovering from surgery and trying to avoid or limit opioid medications
- Have knee pain and are looking for alternative pain relief
“Iovera° allows us to be proactive,” says Dr. Rogenmoser. “When we can manage pain in a targeted way—without relying on opioids—we help patients recover more comfortably and confidently.”
What Can You Expect?
Iovera° is performed in-office using a handheld device that targets specific peripheral nerves. A precise cold zone forms, temporarily interrupting pain signal transmission.
The results are typically felt quickly and can last several weeks to a few months, depending on the individual.
Our Commitment to Safer Pain Management
At Mid State Orthopaedic, we’re committed to offering safe, modern alternatives to pain management. Iovera° is one of the many ways we’re working to support our patients with tools that are not only effective but also minimize the risks associated with prescription opioids.
“Pain is personal,” Dr. Rogenmoser adds. “Our job is to offer personalized care that keeps our patients moving, healing, and living well—without adding unnecessary risks to their treatment plans.”
Want to Learn More?
If knee pain has been limiting your life and you’re interested in a non-opioid approach to relief, we invite you to talk to our team about iovera°.
📞 Call us at (318) 473-9556
💻 Schedule an appointment online.
Let’s explore the right path forward—for your pain and your goals.
