Permanent knee implant from Denmark
New treatment for knee pain. Without surgery.

Were you told knee surgery is your only choice?

There’s another option — a single injection by a Henry Ford–trained doctor, only 7 minutes from Detroit.

Health Canada approved Single injection, no incision Under ultrasound guidance
Led byDr. Bart KaczmarekTrained at Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit. Adjunct Professor, Western University & Schulich School of Medicine.
Every study behind those numbers — including where the evidence runs thin. See the evidence →

Where our patients come from

22US states & Mexico
138knees treatedas of Nov 10, 2026
Map of US states our patients come from AlabamaAlaskaArizonaColoradoFloridaGeorgiaIndianaKansasMaineMassachusettsMinnesotaNew JerseyNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOklahomaPennsylvaniaSouth DakotaTexasWyomingConnecticutMissouriWest VirginiaIllinoisNew MexicoArkansasCaliforniaDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaHawaiiIowaKentuckyMarylandMichiganMississippiMontanaNew HampshireNew YorkOhioOregonTennesseeUtahVirginiaWashingtonWisconsinNebraskaSouth CarolinaIdahoNevadaVermontLouisianaRhode Island Mexico Our clinic
Frequency of travelOccasionalCommon
  • Michigan
  • Florida
  • Ohio
  • Indiana
  • California
  • Illinois
  • Wisconsin
  • Tennessee
  • New York
  • Minnesota
  • Virginia
  • Alabama
  • Missouri
  • Kentucky
  • Texas
  • Georgia
  • Colorado
  • Massachusetts
  • Nebraska
  • Pennsylvania
  • Maryland
  • North Carolina
  • Mexico
How Arthrosamid Compares

A side-by-side look at the treatments for knee osteoarthritis.

Category Arthrosamid Gel Shot Stem Cells Knee Replacement
Made ofPolyacrylamide gelHyaluronic gelCells from your own fat or bone marrowMetal and plastic
What it doesBecomes part of the knee liningCovers the joint temporarilyAims to calm the jointReplaces the joint for about 20 years
Success rate66–80%Short termPoor evidence80%
Made inDenmarkEverywhereYour own bodyEverywhere
Breaks down?NoIn monthsYesWears out — about 20 years
How oftenOnceSeveral times a yearOften repeatedOne surgery — sometimes a second
Surgery?NoNoNoYes — major surgery
RecoveryA few daysNoneA few daysMonths
Available inCanada and EuropeEverywhereUSAEverywhere
Covered by insurance?No*SometimesNoUsually yes
Can you still choose surgery later?YesYesYes—

Every Arthrosamid injection is placed under ultrasound.

Arthrosamid is not approved in the US.

*HSA and FSA eligible.

Performed by Dr. KEvery injection, under ultrasound
Innovative. Proven. Personalized.
Meet Dr. Bart Kaczmarek

He examines every knee himself and places every injection under ultrasound, so the implant goes exactly where it belongs.

His goal is a calm, spa-like visit with close to zero pain, and a procedure with surgical precision. He performs multiple injections every week, which is why patients travel from the USA for his care.

Henry Ford trainedHospital in Detroit
Adjunct ProfessorWestern University and Schulich School of Medicine
Windsor, Ontario7 minutes from Detroit
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Simple pricing. All fees in.

Price goes up December 1. Sign with us by November 30th to lock in today’s price.

The Complete Experience

25,000USD

30,000 USD from Dec 1

Door-to-door, everything handled:

  • We fly you and your partner in — business class
  • Private black car transportation from your home
  • Hotel on the river
  • Priority scheduling with Dr. Kaczmarek

One Knee

4,000USD

5,000 USD from Dec 1

Includes:

  • Consultation
  • Procedure
  • Taxes

Both Knees

8,000USD

10,000 USD from Dec 1

Includes:

  • Consultation
  • Procedure
  • Taxes

HSA and FSA eligible · Medical travel in Canada should qualify for US health savings accounts.
If Dr. Kaczmarek examines your knee and Arthrosamid isn't right for you, you pay nothing and your documented travel costs are refunded up to $1,000.