nSTRIDE® APS Injection Therapy

🦵 Advanced Anti-Inflammatory Joint Support for Knee Osteoarthritis

At MedCAiRE Health, we proudly offer nSTRIDE® APS (Autologous Protein Solution)—a cutting-edge injectable treatment designed to relieve knee osteoarthritis pain by reducing inflammation at its biological source. Using a Zimmer Biomet centrifuge and guided by real-time ultrasound, this single-injection solution offers long-lasting relief and cartilage protection.

❓ What Is nSTRIDE® APS?

nSTRIDE is an autologous biologic therapy that concentrates powerful anti-inflammatory proteins and growth factors from your own blood. These proteins are processed into a solution that is injected directly into your knee joint—using ultrasound guidance for maximum accuracy.

nSTRIDE contains:

• IL-1 receptor antagonists (IL-1ra) to block key inflammatory pathways
• Growth factors to support joint repair
• Anti-catabolic proteins to slow joint breakdown

⚠️ nSTRIDE is not a steroid or lubricant, but a biologically targeted solution aimed at interrupting the inflammatory cascade that causes cartilage deterioration in knee osteoarthritis.

🖥️ Why Ultrasound Guidance Matters

At MedCAiRE, all nSTRIDE injections are performed under ultrasound guidance to ensure:

• Precise joint space targeting
• Optimal solution delivery
• Increased safety and reduced risk of misplacement
• Better patient outcomes

📸 X-ray imaging also helps us confirm osteoarthritis severity and joint anatomy before proceeding.

🌟 Benefits of nSTRIDE® APS Therapy

✔️ Long-lasting pain relief (6–12 months or more)
✔️ Improved joint function and daily mobility
✔️ Targets inflammation at the molecular level
✔️ Single, ultrasound-guided injection
✔️ Non-surgical, natural, and autologous (from your own blood)

🩺 Procedure Overview

1. Initial Consultation + Diagnostic Ultrasound

A detailed evaluation of your knee is performed, including an ultrasound exam to assess joint structure and OA severity.

2. Blood Draw & Processing

A small blood sample is processed in our on-site Zimmer Biomet centrifuge to create the autologous protein solution (APS).

3. Ultrasound-Guided Injection

The APS is precisely injected into your knee joint under real-time ultrasound guidance, ensuring proper delivery.

4. Post-Care Instructions

You may resume light activity within 24–48 hours. A personalized rehab plan may be provided.

💵 Pricing

💲 nSTRIDE® APS Single Injection (Ultrasound-Guided): $1245 CAD
(Includes Zimmer Biomet processing, diagnostic ultrasound, ultrasound-guided injection, and follow-up care.)

👥 Ideal Candidates

You may benefit from nSTRIDE if you:

• Have mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis
• Want to avoid surgery or steroid use
• Have not responded to other therapies like PRP, corticosteroids, or hyaluronic acid
• Are looking for a biological solution with lasting relief

📚 Clinical Backing

nSTRIDE has been studied in multiple international clinical trials and has shown:

• Significant improvement in pain, stiffness, and physical function
• A favorable safety profile with long-lasting effects up to 12 months
• Reduction of key inflammatory markers like IL-1 and TNF-α