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nSTRIDE Advatages

1. Pain Reduction: nSTRIDE injections are designed to significantly reduce pain in the knee joint. Many patients experience a noticeable decrease in pain within a few weeks of the injection

2. Improved Mobility and Function: By reducing pain and inflammation, nSTRIDE injections can help restore mobility and improve joint function. This can make daily activities easier and more comfortable.

3. Long-Lasting Effects: Clinical studies suggest that a single nSTRIDE injection can provide pain relief for up to 24-36 months.

4. Cartilage Protection: nSTRIDE injections contain proteins that can help slow the destruction of cartilage in the knee, potentially delaying the progression of osteoarthritis.

5. Non-Invasive Treatment: The procedure involves a single injection, making it a less invasive option compared to surgical interventions.

6. Autologous Treatment: Since nSTRIDE uses proteins derived from the patient's own blood, the risk of adverse reactions is minimized, making it a safer option for many patients.

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections advantages

1. Natural and Low Risk: PRP is derived from the patient's own blood, making it a natural treatment with minimal risk of adverse reactions

2. Pain Reduction: PRP injections can significantly reduce pain associated with arthritis by promoting healing and reducing inflammation in the affected joints

3. Improved Joint Function: Patients often experience improved joint function and mobility after PRP therapy, which can enhance their quality of life

4. Potential to Repair Cartilage: PRP may help slow down the progress of arthritis, which is a significant benefit for osteoarthritis patients

5. Fewer Side Effects: Compared to other treatments like corticosteroid injections or long-term use of NSAIDs, PRP has fewer side effects and does not carry the same risks of weakening ligaments or causing stomach issues

6. Regenerative Properties: PRP harnesses the body's natural healing processes, promoting tissue regeneration and potentially leading to longer-lasting relief

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Before your injection

· Dr. Ibrahim will explain the risks and benefits of the procedure to you beforehand, and you can ask as many questions as you like.

· Before receiving the injection, you must sign a consent form that acknowledges your understanding of the treatment's risks and benefits.

· You should stop taking NSAID medications such as Advil, ibuprofen, Aleve, naproxen, mobicox, meloxicam etc. for 10 to 14 days before the procedure.

. It is important to avoid NSAIDs as they can affect platelet function, which may reduce the effectiveness of the treatment.

· Before the injection, you may take Tylenol or other pain medication. You can eat and drink as you normally would. It is important to stay hydrated by drinking at least four glasses of water the night before the procedure to make drawing blood easier.

After your PRP injection

Keep the injection site clean, dry, and covered with a Band-Aid for 24 to 48 hours.

You may shower at any time, however, it’s important to dry the area thoroughly and re-apply a Band-Aid for 24 to 48 hours.

Ice is highly effective to help manage pain. You may apply an ice pack to the injection site for about 15 to 20 minutes, every two to three hours the first 24 to 48 hours.

DO NOT use heat on the injection area for 3 to 4 days as this may increase inflammation and result in more pain.

An increase in pain is expected after the injection. The pain is due to the increased inflammation in the tissue as a result of the injection. Inflammation brings more blood flow to the region, which aids in the repair of the damaged tissues. This increased pain and soreness can last for a few days after the injection.

Do not take anti-inflammatory medication, aspirin or any aspirin-related drugs for two weeks following your injection.

Avoid strenuous or repetitive physical activity with the treated body part for seven to 10 days to maximize the effectiveness of PRP. Healing with PRP takes time. The healing cascade starts with the platelets gradually releasing the growth factors over one week. White blood cells will then enter the area and clean up any debris over the following week.

During weeks three and four after your treatment, the stem cells enter the area and work to heal and repair the damaged ligaments and tendons. Therefore, you may not see significant improvement until after four weeks. The healing continues for 12 to 18 months.

Should you have a fever, chills, drainage, excessive swelling or redness at the injection site, please contact our office. You may drive yourself home from the procedure if you had an upper extremity injection without a nerve block and drive an automatic transmission. It is strongly recommended that if you have a lower extremity procedure, you have someone drive you home.

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