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Knee Arthritis Treatment in Ijebu Ode

For arthritis in the knee, hand, shoulder or another joint, PRP and SVF cell therapy form one part of care — starting with a doctor's review of your tests

Knee joint: regenerative treatment without surgery
Joint treatment without surgery. Free consultation and review of your scans

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What it is

What is arthritis
and when does this treatment fit?

When a joint becomes inflamed, doctors call it arthritis. Common signs include night and resting pain, morning stiffness longer than half an hour, swelling, and redness with warmth over the joint. It can stem from autoimmune disease (rheumatoid or psoriatic arthritis), gout, infection or an earlier injury.

  • No surgery — an injection instead of an operation
  • Own tissue — your blood and adipose tissue
  • Ultrasound guidance for every injection
Knee joint: an injection under ultrasound guidance

Who the treatment suits

Whether the treatment suits you is decided by a doctor after an examination and a review of your scans

Suitable

A doctor reviews knee X-rays with a patient
  • Pain, crunching or stiffness in a joint
  • Painkillers only help for a short time
  • Recovery after injuries and surgery
  • You need a second opinion on your scans
  • You want to avoid or postpone joint replacement
  • Early or moderate arthrosis or arthritis
  • High load on the joints — sport or physical work

Not suitable

A doctor examines a patient's knee
  • Cancer
  • Pregnancy
  • Blood clotting disorders
  • Acute infections, including infection in or near the joint
  • Flare-up of a serious chronic illness
  • Temporary contraindications: skin inflammation over the target joint, or a fever, a cold or flu

Not sure the treatment is right for you?

Leave your number — the coordinator will ask for your scans (X-ray, MRI or ultrasound), and the doctor will tell you whether treatment without surgery suits you.

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What we treat

Conditions we treat

How it works

How the procedure goes: step by step

Consultation and scan review1

Consultation and scan review

First comes an examination of the joint and a look at your X-rays, MRI or ultrasound; then the doctor decides whether the procedure fits your case. Existing scans can be sent before the visit.

Blood sample for PRP2

Blood sample for PRP

A small blood sample is taken from a vein. Later, platelet-rich plasma with growth factors is prepared from this blood.

Adipose tissue sample3

Adipose tissue sample

A puncture on the abdomen or inner thigh, local anaesthetic and about 30 ml of adipose tissue taken — the site needs no stitches.

Processing in a centrifuge4

Processing in a centrifuge

Centrifuging the sample separates it into layers, after which the stromal vascular fraction is isolated and mixed into the platelet-rich plasma.

Injection into the joint5

Injection into the joint

Using ultrasound guidance to place it precisely, the prepared material is injected directly into the joint that is affected.

Follow-up6

Follow-up

No crutches, no hospital stay — and after the procedure the doctor stays in touch to follow how your joint responds.

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A doctor talks with a patient about joint treatment
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Results

After the procedure

  • Doctor talking warmly with a patient after the procedure

    1 week

    The joint may ache a little more — this is an expected reaction.

  • Doctor consulting an older patient one month after treatment

    1 month

    The pain usually eases.

  • Doctor explaining progress to a patient using a knee joint model

    ~3 months

    Mobility and activity improve.

  • Doctor and patient walking together at a follow-up visit

    ~6 months

    The full effect develops.

How long it lasts differs from person to person and depends on the stage of the condition, body weight, activity and other factors — no one can promise a fixed result.

Comparison

Methods we use

Only your own blood and adipose tissue are used — no donor or synthetic material

Cell therapy (SVF) from your own adipose tissue

Processing a small sample of adipose tissue from your body isolates the stromal vascular fraction (SVF) — cells that play a part in tissue repair. This is combined with your plasma and injected straight into the affected joint.

A doctor explains SVF cell therapy for the knee to a patient on a tablet

For inflammatory arthritis it is applied after the acute flare has calmed, because of its effect on local inflammation and on tissue repair.

Material
Your adipose tissue and plasma
How it is given
Into the joint, under ultrasound
Duration
The whole procedure is done in one day.

PRP — platelet-rich plasma from your own blood

Your blood, in a small amount, provides plasma rich in platelets and growth factors; injected into the joint, it helps ease inflammation and creates better conditions for repair of the tissues.

A doctor explains PRP therapy for joints to a patient on a monitor

In rheumatoid and other inflammatory arthritis, the doctor may recommend it as one piece of the overall treatment plan.

Material
Your blood from a vein
How it is given
Into the joint, under ultrasound
Duration
The whole procedure is done in one day.

The benefits and timings shown are averaged and given for guidance: the plan and recovery depend on your joint and individual features, and the doctor confirms them at the consultation.

At the consultation the doctor will review your scans and suggest a treatment plan

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Joints

Joints we treat

The doctor looks at your scans and then chooses which joint to treat, which method to use and how many injections — for large and small joints alike

  • KneeKneeMeniscus problems, cartilage wear, and pain on the stairs and after walking
  • HipHipEarly hip osteoarthritis, groin pain, limited rotation
  • ShoulderShoulderWear of the joint and the tendons around it, pain on raising the arm
  • ElbowElbowPain after overuse or sports strain, wear of the joint surfaces
  • Hand and wrist jointsHand and wrist jointsPain and stiffness in the small joints of the wrist and fingers
  • AnkleAnklePain and stiffness after sprains and old injuries

Advantages

Why patients choose City Medical Centre

Your own joint stays: we work on keeping it rather than replacing it — treatment without surgery

Your own tissue

Your own tissue

Only your own blood and adipose tissue are used — no donor or synthetic material

No crutches

No crutches

Under local anaesthetic, through punctures instead of incisions, with no long rehabilitation afterwards

Second opinion

Second opinion

Send X-rays, MRI results or reports and a doctor will assess them independently and free of charge

Support after the procedure

Support after the procedure

Our contact does not end on the day of the injection — we stay in touch and follow the result

About the clinic

A clinic where you can feel at ease

Modern equipment, comfortable rooms and care for every patient

A doctor and a patient at the clinic

Contact us the way that suits you

We will answer your questions and find a convenient time for a consultation

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Price

Arthritis treatment prices

You learn the cost from the doctor after the consultation, as it depends on the joint, the method and the type of arthritis

FAQ

Joint treatment: frequently asked questions

About the conditions

More about these conditions

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Arthritis in Ijebu Ode: types, methods and price

Growth factors released by platelets influence the immune response and tissue repair. For patients from Ijebu Ode with rheumatoid and other inflammatory arthritis, PRP may be one part of the overall plan.

Most patients in Ijebu Ode go home the same day and return to normal daily activity within a day or two. During the first week the joint may ache a little more — this is an expected reaction.

Book a free consultation in Ijebu Ode to find out whether PRP or SVF could help your arthritis. The doctor names the price after examining the joint.

Ijebu Ode and the question of joint health

Ijebu Ode is a city and local government area in Ogun State, in south-west Nigeria, close to the A121 highway. It lies 110 km by road northeast of Lagos and is the traditional capital of the Ijebu kingdom. Its estimated population is 394,246 (2024). It is a busy commercial town with a long history, and people here are known across the country as natural entrepreneurs. That reputation matters for anyone planning treatment for arthritis, because trading, workshops, teaching, farming and family duties all depend on hands, knees, hips and a back that work well.

Arthritis is not a single disease. It is a group of conditions in which the joints are affected by inflammation. Patients from Ijebu Ode usually describe the same everyday problems: a hand that cannot grip the market bag, a knee that complains on the stairs, a hip that makes a long day behind a counter or a steering wheel hard to bear. This text explains how to think about these complaints, how to plan care around the rhythm of the city, and how to prepare for a free online consultation with City Medical Centre.

The centre does not have an office in Ijebu Ode and does not ask you to come anywhere. Everything starts from your phone: you write to the coordinators on Telegram or Telegram, they are available around the clock (24/7), and the first consultation is free.

Recognising arthritis: what patients in Ijebu Ode should notice

With arthritis, the joints are affected by inflammation. The typical signs are pain even at rest and at night, stiffness on waking that lasts more than 30 minutes, swelling, redness and a warm joint. Ordinary tiredness after a hard day of work usually eases with rest and does not wake you in the night. Inflammatory pain behaves differently: it can arrive when you are lying still and it often feels worst first thing in the morning.

A useful habit is to keep a short diary for two or three weeks. Note which joint hurts, whether the pain wakes you, how long morning stiffness lasts, and whether the joint looks swollen or feels warm to the touch. In a warm tropical city like Ijebu Ode, people sometimes blame the weather or a long day of standing for everything. A written record helps the doctor tell mechanical wear from inflammation, and it makes the online consultation far more precise.

Possible causes include autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, infections, gout and psoriasis. Each has a different logic and a different treatment, which is why a self-made diagnosis from a neighbour's story or a social media post is unreliable. Photographs of a swollen joint, earlier test results and a list of the medicines you already take are all worth preparing.

Climate of Ijebu Ode and how it shapes comfort and recovery

Ijebu Ode has a tropical savanna climate and a warm tropical environment, less than 100 km from the Atlantic Ocean. Warmth is a constant, and the year is shaped by wetter and drier periods. For a person living with arthritis this has practical consequences. Heat can make a swollen joint feel tighter and more uncomfortable, while humid days may leave the body feeling heavier and more tired. Many patients also say that stiffness feels different on cooler mornings, so it is worth noting your own pattern in the diary.

If you have a procedure that involves a small puncture site, the usual general advice applies in a hot climate: keep the area clean and dry, wear loose breathable clothing, avoid prolonged direct sun on the treated area, and drink enough water through the day. Protect yourself from dust on dry days, and from muddy, slippery ground in the rains, because a fall on a painful knee or hip is the last thing you need during recovery.

Sea and pool bathing deserve a separate conversation with the doctor. The coast is not far, and swimming is gentle on joints in principle, but a fresh puncture site should not be put in water until the surgeon says it is fine. Ask for the exact instruction in writing through the messenger. A hat or cap and light clothes help on sunny days when you must go outside, and they keep the plan comfortable without any special equipment.

Daily life, work and food culture in Ijebu Ode

Life in Ijebu Ode combines trade, education, public service and craft. Many people run their own shops or small businesses, and a day often means standing, lifting stock, bargaining, moving between places by road and attending to family. Schools and the well-known Ijebu Ode Grammar School give the city a strong student and teaching community, and teachers know well how hard a day on the feet is with painful knees or hands.

The traditional dish of the city is Ikokore, a hearty water yam preparation. Food is central to gatherings, naming ceremonies, weddings and festivals, and these events are often long, with much sitting, standing and dancing. When planning treatment, think about the calendar of such events. If a family celebration is coming, discuss with the coordinator how to place the procedure so that you feel comfortable at the event, rather than rushing to be ready for it.

Body weight is also part of the conversation about joints. Extra weight adds load to the knees and hips, and the World Health Organization treats overweight and obesity as a major general health issue. This is not a judgement about local cooking. It is a reminder that balanced portions, regular gentle movement and good sleep support any joint treatment. The doctor may ask about weight, diet and daily activity in the consultation, and you can answer plainly.

What SVF therapy is and when it may be considered

SVF therapy uses your own tissue. Under local anaesthetic, a small portion of adipose tissue (about 30 ml) is taken through a puncture on the abdomen or inner thigh. No stitches are needed. The material is then processed so that the cells that support tissue repair and blood supply can be used in the treatment plan chosen by the doctor.

The most precise statement the medical facts allow concerns the hip. At early stages (1–2), SVF therapy may be considered to support blood supply to the femoral head and delay the need for joint replacement. At later stages surgery is usually required. This means that timing matters. A person from Ijebu Ode who has felt deep groin or hip pain for a long time, and who has put off a medical opinion because of work and family demands, should not wait until the joint is badly damaged.

SVF is not presented as a cure for every form of arthritis. Inflammatory causes such as rheumatoid arthritis, gout, psoriasis or infection need their own medical assessment first. The remote consultation is the place to find out whether your situation is suitable, which images or tests the doctor wants to see, and what realistic expectations are. No result can be promised, and a responsible doctor will say so clearly.

Who is a candidate and who is not

In general terms, the people who may benefit from a conversation about SVF therapy are those with a clearly diagnosed joint problem, especially at an early stage, who want to support the joint and delay major surgery. Those with advanced damage usually need an operation, and an honest doctor will tell them so instead of offering an unsuitable treatment.

Several situations call for caution or for a different path: an active infection, an untreated inflammatory disease, a serious general illness, blood clotting problems, or medicines that affect bleeding. Pregnancy and breastfeeding also need a separate discussion. Make a complete list of your conditions and medicines, including herbal preparations and remedies bought at the market, because some of them influence bleeding or inflammation.

If you have had joint injections, earlier surgery or physiotherapy, tell the doctor what helped and what did not. If a local doctor in Ijebu Ode has already given you a diagnosis, share the report, as well as any scans or blood tests. The online consultation does not replace an examination, and the doctor may ask you to get a particular test done locally before any plan is confirmed.

Planning the season, work and sport around treatment

Because the climate in Ijebu Ode is warm all year, the best season for any procedure is less about avoiding cold and more about avoiding disruption. Choose a period when your workload is manageable, when no major family event demands long standing, and when you can rest if the area feels tender. Traders may prefer a quieter period for their business, and teachers or students may prefer a school break.

Return to work depends on the kind of work. Desk work, shop management and online business are generally easier to resume than heavy lifting, long walking or work in the sun. Return to sport, including football, running and gym sessions, should be agreed with the doctor, not guessed. The medical facts give no fixed dates here, so rely on the written instruction you receive and do not borrow the experience of a friend.

Plan simple things in advance: someone to help with errands, loose clothes, drinking water at hand, a clean dry dressing, and a way of reaching the coordinator at any hour. Take it easy with joints in the first days, keep moving gently as advised, avoid slippery floors, and keep the doctor informed about swelling, redness, warmth or increasing pain, because these can mean something other than normal recovery.

How the free remote consultation works from Ijebu Ode

You write to the coordinators on Telegram or Telegram. They are available around the clock (24/7), so you can message after the shop closes or on a Sunday after church or family gatherings. You describe your complaint, send photos of the affected joint, your earlier test results and scans, and a list of your medicines. The consultation is free and takes place online from wherever you are in Ijebu Ode.

The doctor reviews the material, asks follow-up questions, and explains whether SVF therapy is worth considering, whether another specialist should see you first, or whether surgery is the more honest option. You can ask for the reasoning to be given in plain language. If you are not ready to decide, you can take time and talk it over with family, as people in Ijebu Ode often do before making an important decision.

The centre does not claim to have a clinic or doctors in Ijebu Ode, and nothing in the consultation requires you to give up your normal life. It is a conversation, a review of documents and a plan. You stay in charge of every next step.

Questions to ask the surgeon

Prepare your questions before the call and write them down. Useful ones include: which diagnosis do you think is most likely, and which tests confirm it? At which stage is my joint? Is SVF therapy appropriate for me, or is another approach better? What exactly is done during the procedure, and where is the tissue taken from? What anaesthesia is used, and what will I feel afterwards?

Also ask what you should avoid in the first days, how to care for the puncture site in a hot and humid climate, when I can wash, swim, work and exercise, what warning signs should make me contact the coordinator immediately, and what follow-up is planned. Ask what results are realistic for my stage, and what happens if the joint does not improve.

Ask, too, how the treatment fits with the medicines already prescribed to you, and whether you should continue physiotherapy, weight management or joint-friendly exercise. A good plan treats the whole person, not only the joint.

Is the first consultation really free for patients in Ijebu Ode?

Yes. The online consultation is free. You write to the coordinators on Telegram or Telegram, send your complaint and documents, and a doctor reviews them. No decision is required from you at that stage.

How do I know whether my joint pain is arthritis?

Typical signs are pain even at rest and at night, stiffness on waking that lasts more than 30 minutes, swelling, redness and a warm joint. Only a doctor can confirm the diagnosis, so describe your symptoms and send any test results you have.

What can cause arthritis?

Possible causes include autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, infections, gout and psoriasis. Because the causes differ, treatment differs too, and a proper assessment comes first.

What does the SVF procedure involve?

Under local anaesthetic, a small portion of adipose tissue (about 30 ml) is taken through a puncture on the abdomen or inner thigh. No stitches are needed. The doctor explains how the material is then used.

Can SVF therapy help my hip?

At early stages (1–2), SVF therapy may be considered to support blood supply to the femoral head and delay the need for joint replacement. At later stages surgery is usually required. The doctor will assess which stage applies to you.

Does the warm climate of Ijebu Ode affect recovery?

Heat, humidity, dust and strong sun can make recovery less comfortable. Keep the puncture site clean and dry, wear loose clothing, protect the area from direct sun, drink enough water, and ask the doctor before using a pool or the sea.

When can I go back to work or sport?

This depends on your job and your joint. Office or shop work usually resumes sooner than heavy lifting or sport. The doctor will give written instructions, and you should follow them instead of comparing yourself with others.

Does the centre have a clinic in Ijebu Ode?

No. The centre works with you through online consultation from your own city, with coordinators available around the clock (24/7) on Telegram and Telegram. It does not claim any office or doctors in Ijebu Ode.

Does body weight matter for arthritis treatment?

Extra weight loads the knees and hips, and the World Health Organization regards overweight as a significant health issue. Balanced meals, gentle regular movement and good sleep support any joint treatment, and the doctor may ask about them.