APS (Autologous Protein Solution) therapy is a treatment in which APS extracted from one's own blood (a protein that suppresses inflammation) and (a growth factor that protects cartilage) are injected into the joints. This treatment slows the progression of osteoarthritis, reduces pain, and suppresses inflammation.

Characteristics: Surgery is not required, so the treatment can be performed on a day trip with little burden on the patient's body.
Effects: Reduction of pain and swelling in the affected area. It is also effective for chronic joint pain.
Duration: It is reported that the effect lasts for about one year after a single injection of APS.
Time required: about 1 hour Treatment results: Started in 2018, more than 400 cases have been treated.　　　　　　　　
※APS treatment is particularly effective for patients with strong inflammatory symptoms or those who have difficulty controlling pain with hyaluronic acid injections　and is intended for patients with symptoms such as severe pain and swelling or difficulty walking due to knee pain. The treatment process begins by drawing blood from the patient, extracting the APS using a centrifuge, and then injecting the extracted APS into the patient's knee joint. After the treatment, aftercare such as rest and icing for a certain period of time is required.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　

Program details

【Program Introduction Videos】
https://youtu.be/zdZM0bKLeeY
https://youtu.be/8AdTlwz6cgk
https://youtu.be/S1tjBRcpBX4

【Treatment Schedule】
Estimated Duration: Approximately 1 to 1.5 hours

Reception → Health assessment → Medical consultation → Blood collection → Blood centrifugation (PRP preparation) → Injection procedure → Discharge

One month after treatment, JTB will contact the patient to follow up on their pain condition.

Providing Medical Institution

Medical Corporation Mitsuwa Orthopedics Clinic

〒062-0933
6-6-30, Hiragishi 3-jo 6-chome, Toyohira-ku, Sapporo Hokkaido

https://www.mitsuwa.clinic/

Specialty

Regenerative Medicine (APS Therapy) for Osteoarthritis
Osteoporosis specialized outpatient services
Sports Orthopedics

Eligibility Criteria/Exclusions for Treatment

【Eligible Patients】
Patients with osteoarthritis of the knee, ankle, or shoulder
Patients who are able to walk independently
Patients who can provide the results of recent blood tests in advance

The blood test results are used to screen for infectious diseases and to evaluate any underlying medical conditions before treatment.