Research Highlights: LDRT for Osteoarthritis

Plain-language summaries of current research into low-dose radiation therapy for osteoarthritis, shared by the scientists doing the work. These summaries are for general information and are not medical advice.

Latest Updates

• ARS Appropriate Use Criteria: 60–90% overall response rate for LDRT in osteoarthritis
• International Benign Target Volume Group publishes 3-D target volume consensus for OA radiation
• LoRD-KNeA trial: 70% vs 42% response — LDRT significantly outperforms sham in knee OA

Current Research

Submit Your Research

For researchers and academic teams. Researchers can submit their own work for review and link to their lab for more information. Visit arthritisldrt.org/research to submit.

Want to read the published trials? See the clinical evidence for LDRT.

Medically reviewed by: Robert Warren Floyd, M.D., Ph.D. — Resident Physician, Radiation Oncology, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Last reviewed: September 8, 2026. Independent personal project — not affiliated with or endorsed by MD Anderson Cancer Center. Funding & independence disclosure.

This content is for education only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment decisions.