IRAP II System
IRAP II is presented as the category-leading autologous conditioned serum platform for equine first aid due to its longstanding clinical history and a standardized incubation protocol that yields a targeted anti-inflammatory cytokine profile, making it a go-to for acute joint and soft-tissue inflammation. Compared with PRP-based kits in this list it prioritizes cytokine modulation (not just platelet factors), which often justifies a higher per-treatment cost for clinicians seeking a validated IL-1Ra‑rich option and extensive training/support. Its position reflects a trade-off of premium pricing for established efficacy data and procedural consistency versus faster, lower-cost point-of-care alternatives.
IL-1 targeting — clever!
Autologous safety — vet-trusted
IL-1 targeting — clever!
Autologous safety — vet-trusted
Review Summary
"Clinicians praise its targeted IL-1 receptor antagonist approach and report noticeable improvement in equine joint pain for many patients, though results can be variable and the system is expensive and logistically demanding."
Swift inflammation relief — speedy!
Produces autologous conditioned serum enriched in IL-1 receptor antagonist to counter joint inflammation.
Swift inflammation relief — speedy!
Produces autologous conditioned serum enriched in IL-1 receptor antagonist to counter joint inflammation.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Skill Development & Mastery
IRAP II is presented as the category-leading autologous conditioned serum platform for equine first aid due to its longstanding clinical history and a standardized incubation protocol that yields a targeted anti-inflammatory cytokine profile, making it a go-to for acute joint and soft-tissue inflammation. Compared with PRP-based kits in this list it prioritizes cytokine modulation (not just platelet factors), which often justifies a higher per-treatment cost for clinicians seeking a validated IL-1Ra‑rich option and extensive training/support. Its position reflects a trade-off of premium pricing for established efficacy data and procedural consistency versus faster, lower-cost point-of-care alternatives.
IL-1 targeting — clever!
Autologous safety — vet-trusted
Swift inflammation relief — speedy!
Produces autologous conditioned serum enriched in IL-1 receptor antagonist to counter joint inflammation.
Includes clinic-side incubation and sterile serum extraction components suited for veterinary use.
IL-1 targeting — clever!
Autologous safety — vet-trusted
Swift inflammation relief — speedy!
Produces autologous conditioned serum enriched in IL-1 receptor antagonist to counter joint inflammation.
Includes clinic-side incubation and sterile serum extraction components suited for veterinary use.
$400-800 CAD
Pro-Stride APS
Pro-Stride APS is positioned as a technical leader for concentrating autologous anti-inflammatory proteins and immune-modulatory cells at the point of care, delivering a balance of cytokine potency and rapid processing tailored for equine first aid scenarios. Compared with IRAP II it emphasizes faster turnaround and lower capital outlay while still targeting inflammatory mediators, making it attractive for practices that want near-IRAP biological effects with more economical per-case staffing and time costs. Its market strength is the combination of clinic-friendly workflow and an emphasis on cost-effective cytokine enrichment versus more labor- or time-intensive systems.
Protein-rich concentrate — punchy!
Rapid inflammation dip — zippy!
Protein-rich concentrate — punchy!
Rapid inflammation dip — zippy!
Review Summary
"Users report good anti-inflammatory benefit and an easier preparation workflow than some alternatives, but clinical responses vary between animals and cost is a common complaint."
Single-dose ready — barn-smart
Generates an autologous protein solution concentrated with anti-inflammatory cytokines and growth factors.
Single-dose ready — barn-smart
Generates an autologous protein solution concentrated with anti-inflammatory cytokines and growth factors.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Pro-Stride APS is positioned as a technical leader for concentrating autologous anti-inflammatory proteins and immune-modulatory cells at the point of care, delivering a balance of cytokine potency and rapid processing tailored for equine first aid scenarios. Compared with IRAP II it emphasizes faster turnaround and lower capital outlay while still targeting inflammatory mediators, making it attractive for practices that want near-IRAP biological effects with more economical per-case staffing and time costs. Its market strength is the combination of clinic-friendly workflow and an emphasis on cost-effective cytokine enrichment versus more labor- or time-intensive systems.
Protein-rich concentrate — punchy!
Rapid inflammation dip — zippy!
Single-dose ready — barn-smart
Generates an autologous protein solution concentrated with anti-inflammatory cytokines and growth factors.
Single-use kit requires centrifugation for point-of-care intra-articular preparation.
Protein-rich concentrate — punchy!
Rapid inflammation dip — zippy!
Single-dose ready — barn-smart
Generates an autologous protein solution concentrated with anti-inflammatory cytokines and growth factors.
Single-use kit requires centrifugation for point-of-care intra-articular preparation.
$350-700 CAD
Restigen PRP
Restigen PRP is presented as a best-in-class platelet-rich plasma option for equine first aid that prioritizes wound-healing and tissue-regeneration factors, delivered in a simple kit designed for field use and rapid deployment. Relative to cytokine-focused systems like IRAP II or APS, Restigen’s competitive advantage is lower per-treatment cost and logistical simplicity, though it offers less targeted anti‑inflammatory cytokine modulation; this makes it a practical choice for general soft-tissue injuries and practices seeking an affordable, portable regenerative tool. Its appeal is strongest where budget and immediacy of application outweigh the need for specialized anti‑inflammatory preparations.
Platelet boost — natural!
Bedside prep — barn-friendly
Platelet boost — natural!
Bedside prep — barn-friendly
Review Summary
"Vets appreciate its reliable platelet concentration and straightforward use for tendon and ligament cases; some users note inconsistent long-term outcomes across patients."
Tissue repair focus — healing!
Produces platelet-rich plasma to support tissue repair and modulate inflammation.
Tissue repair focus — healing!
Produces platelet-rich plasma to support tissue repair and modulate inflammation.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
Restigen PRP is presented as a best-in-class platelet-rich plasma option for equine first aid that prioritizes wound-healing and tissue-regeneration factors, delivered in a simple kit designed for field use and rapid deployment. Relative to cytokine-focused systems like IRAP II or APS, Restigen’s competitive advantage is lower per-treatment cost and logistical simplicity, though it offers less targeted anti‑inflammatory cytokine modulation; this makes it a practical choice for general soft-tissue injuries and practices seeking an affordable, portable regenerative tool. Its appeal is strongest where budget and immediacy of application outweigh the need for specialized anti‑inflammatory preparations.
Platelet boost — natural!
Bedside prep — barn-friendly
Tissue repair focus — healing!
Produces platelet-rich plasma to support tissue repair and modulate inflammation.
Compatible with equine blood volumes and a straightforward centrifuge workflow for stall-side use.
Platelet boost — natural!
Bedside prep — barn-friendly
Tissue repair focus — healing!
Produces platelet-rich plasma to support tissue repair and modulate inflammation.
Compatible with equine blood volumes and a straightforward centrifuge workflow for stall-side use.
$200-400 CAD
Arthrex ACP
Arthrex ACP is ranked as a market leader for user-friendly, point-of-care autologous conditioned plasma that delivers a consistent platelet concentrate with minimal equipment and short processing time, ideal for equine first-aid interventions in busy clinic or ambulatory settings. Compared with more complex cytokine-driven systems like IRAP II, ACP’s chief advantages are lower upfront cost, rapid turnaround, and simplified staff training, offering a financially attractive option for routine acute treatments despite a more modest anti‑inflammatory cytokine profile. Its commercial strength lies in scalability and predictable, low-complexity workflows for clinics prioritizing throughput and cost control.
Syringe simplicity — travel-ready
Low-leukocyte PRP — gentle
Syringe simplicity — travel-ready
Low-leukocyte PRP — gentle
Review Summary
"Widely used for its simplicity and consistent platelet yields, clinicians report predictable short-term improvements though some feel it delivers lower cell counts than more advanced systems."
Vet-favorite workflow — reliable!
Double-syringe system that isolates platelet-rich plasma quickly without complex equipment.
Vet-favorite workflow — reliable!
Double-syringe system that isolates platelet-rich plasma quickly without complex equipment.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Arthrex ACP is ranked as a market leader for user-friendly, point-of-care autologous conditioned plasma that delivers a consistent platelet concentrate with minimal equipment and short processing time, ideal for equine first-aid interventions in busy clinic or ambulatory settings. Compared with more complex cytokine-driven systems like IRAP II, ACP’s chief advantages are lower upfront cost, rapid turnaround, and simplified staff training, offering a financially attractive option for routine acute treatments despite a more modest anti‑inflammatory cytokine profile. Its commercial strength lies in scalability and predictable, low-complexity workflows for clinics prioritizing throughput and cost control.
Syringe simplicity — travel-ready
Low-leukocyte PRP — gentle
Vet-favorite workflow — reliable!
Double-syringe system that isolates platelet-rich plasma quickly without complex equipment.
Requires low blood volume, enabling rapid stall-side treatment of horses.
Syringe simplicity — travel-ready
Low-leukocyte PRP — gentle
Vet-favorite workflow — reliable!
Double-syringe system that isolates platelet-rich plasma quickly without complex equipment.
Requires low blood volume, enabling rapid stall-side treatment of horses.
$150-300 CAD
PRP-HA Kit
PRP-HA Kit is highlighted for combining platelet-rich plasma with hyaluronic acid in a single kit, delivering both biologic regenerative factors and immediate viscosupplementation useful in equine first aid for painful joints and acute synovitis. Financially it can carry a higher per-kit price than standalone PRP products, but it offers a technical advantage by bundling lubrication with biologic healing, reducing the need for multiple interventions and potentially lowering total short-term treatment costs compared with sequential therapies. Its niche is practices aiming for a combined, one‑step acute management strategy that pairs regenerative signaling with mechanical joint support.
PRP+HA combo — slick glide
Joint lubrication — silky!
PRP+HA combo — slick glide
Joint lubrication — silky!
Review Summary
"Combining PRP with hyaluronic acid is well-liked for added lubrication and perceived joint cushioning, but evidence of superior long-term outcomes is mixed and some users see no clear advantage over PRP alone."
One-step mix — barn hack
Combines platelet-rich plasma with hyaluronic acid to provide lubrication and regenerative factors.
One-step mix — barn hack
Combines platelet-rich plasma with hyaluronic acid to provide lubrication and regenerative factors.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
PRP-HA Kit is highlighted for combining platelet-rich plasma with hyaluronic acid in a single kit, delivering both biologic regenerative factors and immediate viscosupplementation useful in equine first aid for painful joints and acute synovitis. Financially it can carry a higher per-kit price than standalone PRP products, but it offers a technical advantage by bundling lubrication with biologic healing, reducing the need for multiple interventions and potentially lowering total short-term treatment costs compared with sequential therapies. Its niche is practices aiming for a combined, one‑step acute management strategy that pairs regenerative signaling with mechanical joint support.
PRP+HA combo — slick glide
Joint lubrication — silky!
One-step mix — barn hack
Combines platelet-rich plasma with hyaluronic acid to provide lubrication and regenerative factors.
Intended for intra-articular first-aid to reduce pain and support the cartilage environment.
PRP+HA combo — slick glide
Joint lubrication — silky!
One-step mix — barn hack
Combines platelet-rich plasma with hyaluronic acid to provide lubrication and regenerative factors.
Intended for intra-articular first-aid to reduce pain and support the cartilage environment.
$250-500 CAD