Educational Flyer
Low-dose radiation therapy for osteoarthritis
Radiant Joint Alliance is a patient-centered nonprofit that provides clear, plain-language information about low-dose radiation therapy (LDRT) for osteoarthritis. Through patient education, community outreach, and a nationwide directory of more than 600 hospitals and clinics, we help patients and caregivers have more informed conversations with their healthcare team. Practicing physicians review our medical content. Read our mission →
This flyer covers who may be a candidate, what treatment involves, and how to talk with a doctor about it, based on the American Radium Society guideline. Libraries, senior centers, community groups, and clinics are welcome to print it, post it, or share it with members. No permission is needed.
Want printed copies or have a question? Email us at [email protected].
What to Do Next
Find a Location
Browse confirmed hospitals and centers offering LDRT.
What Is LDRT?
How the treatment works, the typical schedule, and what the evidence shows.
Am I a Candidate?
What programs generally look for before recommending LDRT.
Is It Covered by Insurance?
What Medicare and most commercial plans typically cover.
What to Expect
What a typical LDRT appointment and course of treatment looks like.
How to Talk to Your Doctor About LDRT
What to bring, what to ask, and how the referral path works.