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Joint Treatment for Patients from Ado-Ekiti

SVF cell therapy and PRP for knees, hips, shoulders and other joints — with a free scan review before you decide anything

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 regenerative
joint treatment?

Material from your own body is at the heart of regenerative joint treatment — PRP, a platelet-rich plasma derived from blood, and SVF, the stromal vascular fraction derived from a small sample of adipose tissue. Placed into the affected joint by injection, it reduces pain and inflammation and supports the joint's tissues.

  • 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

It is a doctor who decides if the treatment fits you — 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: a cold, flu or fever, skin inflammation above the joint being treated

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: the doctor checks the joint and your X-ray, MRI or ultrasound images and decides whether the procedure fits. If you have scans already, send them in advance.

Blood sample for PRP2

Blood sample for PRP

A little blood is drawn from a vein; platelet-rich plasma with growth factors is prepared from it later.

Adipose tissue sample3

Adipose tissue sample

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.

Processing in a centrifuge4

Processing in a centrifuge

The sample goes into a centrifuge, where it separates into layers. The stromal vascular fraction is isolated and mixed with your platelet-rich plasma.

Injection into the joint5

Injection into the joint

With ultrasound guiding the needle, the prepared material is injected directly and precisely into the affected joint.

Follow-up6

Follow-up

No hospital stay and no crutches. After the procedure the doctor keeps in touch and follows how your joint responds.

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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 — no donor or synthetic material is used

Cell therapy (SVF) from your own adipose tissue

The method starts with a small adipose tissue sample, which is processed to separate the stromal vascular fraction (SVF), a mix of cells active in tissue repair. With your own plasma added, it is injected into the affected joint.

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

Doctors tend to choose it when the joint shows more pronounced changes and a more durable effect is wanted.

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

Plasma rich in platelets and growth factors is separated from a small amount of your blood and injected into the joint. It helps calm inflammation and creates better conditions for tissue repair.

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

Used by itself as an injection course, or together with SVF.

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

Treatment covers large and small joints, with the joint, the method and the number of injections chosen after the doctor reviews your scans

  • KneeKneeWorn cartilage, meniscus problems, pain on stairs or after walking
  • HipHipEarly hip osteoarthritis, groin pain, limited rotation
  • ShoulderShoulderWorn joint and surrounding tendons, pain when lifting the arm
  • ElbowElbowPain after overload or sports strain, worn surfaces of the joint
  • Hand and wrist jointsHand and wrist jointsAching and stiffness in the small wrist and finger joints
  • AnkleAnklePain and stiffness after sprains and old injuries

Advantages

Why patients choose City Medical Centre

No surgery: our work is about keeping your own joint, not swapping it for an implant

Your own tissue

Your own tissue

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

No crutches

No crutches

Punctures rather than incisions, local anaesthetic and no lengthy rehabilitation

Second opinion

Second opinion

Send your X-rays, MRI or reports and a doctor will give an independent assessment free of charge

Support after the procedure

Support after the procedure

We keep following the result and stay in touch after the procedure, not only on injection day

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

Joint treatment prices

The doctor names the cost after the consultation, as it depends on the joint, the method and the stage of the condition

FAQ

Joint treatment: frequently asked questions

About the conditions

More about these conditions

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Choosing joint treatment without surgery in Ado-Ekiti

Regenerative joint treatment uses material from your own body: platelet-rich plasma from blood and the stromal vascular fraction (SVF) from a small sample of adipose tissue. For patients from Ado-Ekiti, it is an option to ease pain and inflammation and support the tissues inside the joint without an operation.

Before the procedure, the doctor tells you which tests are needed. If you already have X-rays, MRI or ultrasound results, patients from Ado-Ekiti can send them in advance and receive a preliminary answer on whether the treatment could suit them.

How much does joint treatment cost in Ado-Ekiti? The answer comes after the doctor has seen your scans and examined the joint: PRP, SVF or a combination are priced differently. The first consultation is free. Send a request or message us in any messenger.

Ado-Ekiti and why joint health matters here

Ado-Ekiti is the capital city of Ekiti State in south-west Nigeria and the headquarters of the Ekiti central senatorial district. The population in 2006 was 308,621, and most residents belong to the Ekiti sub-ethnic group of the Yoruba. It is a city where many people spend the day on their feet: traders, teachers, civil servants, students, farmers who bring produce to market, and drivers who spend long hours seated and then step out onto uneven ground.

Knees and hips carry this daily load. When a knee starts to ache on stairs, or a hip makes it hard to put on shoes or get out of a vehicle, people in Ado-Ekiti often put up with it for a long time because work and family duties come first. A planned consultation is easier than waiting until walking becomes difficult. Joint treatment is a ladder of options, from conservative care to arthroscopy to joint replacement, and the first step is simply a clear diagnosis.

City Medical Centre works with patients from Ado-Ekiti remotely. The online consultation is free, and coordinators answer around the clock (24/7) on Telegram and Telegram. You can send your questions, scans and a short history from home, without rearranging your week, and get a first opinion on which rung of the ladder fits your situation.

Climate of Ado-Ekiti and its effect on recovery

The rainy season in Ado-Ekiti is humid, oppressive and cloudy, while the dry season is warm, muggy and partly cloudy. The average annual temperature ranges from about 17 °C to 32 °C, rarely falling below 14 °C or rising above 35 °C. From January through April the city has a hot season, with March the hottest month. The cooler season runs from June through October, and August has the lowest average temperatures.

For recovery after a joint procedure, heat and humidity matter more than cold. Warm weather encourages swelling in the lower limbs, especially after long periods of sitting or standing. Breathable, loose clothing over the operated area, elevating the leg while resting, and following the surgeon's advice on compression garments are practical habits for the hot months. Fabrics that wick sweat help keep dressings and skin comfortable.

In the rainy season the concern shifts to wet and slippery ground. Muddy paths, flooded edges of roads and smooth tiled entrances are real fall hazards for someone using crutches or a stick. Good footwear with grip, a dry route from the door to the car, and a helper at the first outings are sensible precautions. Ask your surgeon how your particular procedure affects walking aids and the order in which you return to normal surfaces.

Choosing the season for treatment

There is no single ideal month for joint treatment in Ado-Ekiti, but each season has its own advantages. The hot season from January to April makes it easy to rest in light clothing, though the heat in March can make a compression garment tiring and swelling more noticeable. The cooler months from June through October are gentler on the body, but heavy rain can complicate early walking practice outside.

The stretch from early November to late February is described as the best time for hot-weather activities such as pool and beach outings. That is also a reminder to be careful: water activities should wait until the surgeon confirms that the wounds and the joint are ready. Pool and sport timing must be taken from the medical plan of your own case, not from the calendar or from a friend's experience.

Think about the whole year rather than the weather alone. School terms, the farming calendar, family celebrations and busy trading periods all affect who can help you at home. Choose a window in which you can rest without pressure, attend follow-up consultations and do your exercises regularly. Our coordinators can help you compare a few possible windows once your diagnosis is clear.

Work, study and the economy of Ado-Ekiti

Ado-Ekiti is a trade centre for farm produce, with yams, cassava, grain and tobacco grown in the area and cotton grown for weaving. People who work in markets or with produce often lift, squat, kneel and stand for long hours. These are exactly the movements that stress knees and hips, so the return-to-work question is practical: which tasks can you resume at once, which need to wait and which need to be changed permanently in how you do them, for example by using a trolley instead of carrying loads.

The city is also an educational centre, with Ekiti State University, Afe Babalola University, the Federal Polytechnic and other institutions in and around it. Students and lecturers spend time on campus walkways, in lecture halls and in libraries. A young person with a sports injury or a lecturer with a painful hip needs to plan around exams and teaching timetables. A letter for the institution and a realistic schedule of attendance are useful to prepare in advance.

Office and government work is easier to resume sooner, as long as you can change position often and keep the leg supported. Work that involves heavy lifting, long standing or climbing is a different matter. Describe your actual daily duties to the surgeon during the consultation; the more specific you are, the more useful the advice about the timing of your return will be.

Everyday life, food and family occasions

Family life in Ado-Ekiti is social. Celebrations, gatherings at home and community events involve long periods of standing, dancing, greeting people and sitting on low seats. After a joint procedure these can be demanding. Plan ahead: decide which events you will attend, request a firm chair with arms, and let relatives know that you may need to sit or leave early.

Food matters for joint health too. Traditional meals built on yam, cassava and grain are filling and energy-dense, and body weight is one of the loads carried by knees and hips. The World Health Organization treats excess weight as a significant health issue, and extra weight does increase mechanical stress on the joints. Discuss weight and diet with the medical team without embarrassment; small steady changes in portions and cooking methods are more realistic than strict plans that collapse after a week.

Recovery also needs protein, vegetables and fluids, especially in warm weather. Ask relatives who cook to help you build simple meals for the first days at home. A stocked kitchen, a bedroom on the ground floor if possible and a clear path to the bathroom reduce the strain in the first days after treatment.

What patients from Ado-Ekiti ask about joints

The most common questions are whether the pain means arthritis, whether an operation can be avoided and how long a replacement lasts. Arthritis is an inflammatory disease of the joints. Typical signs are pain at rest and at night, morning stiffness lasting more than 30 minutes, swelling, redness and warmth over the joint. Causes include autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, infections, gout and psoriasis. Wear-related pain behaves differently, usually worsening with activity and easing with rest, so the pattern you describe is very informative.

Another frequent question 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. Under local anaesthetic, a small portion of adipose tissue (about 30 ml) is taken through a puncture on the abdomen or inner thigh, and no stitches are needed. Whether this suits you depends on imaging and on the stage found, which the specialist must assess.

People also ask about arthroscopy and conservative care. Conservative care includes activity changes, weight management, physiotherapy and medication chosen by the doctor. Arthroscopy is a keyhole procedure for certain problems inside the knee. Replacement is considered when the joint is badly damaged and other measures no longer give relief. A good consultation explains why your case belongs on one rung and not another.

Candidates, contraindications and questions for the surgeon

In general terms, people most likely to benefit from a surgical step are those with persistent pain, limited movement and clear changes on imaging who have not improved with conservative care. Those who need extra caution include people with active infection, poorly controlled diabetes, serious heart or lung disease, unmanaged high blood pressure, or untreated inflammatory or gout flares. These conditions do not always rule out treatment, but they must be stabilised and discussed openly before any decision.

Prepare your questions in advance and write them down. Ask which diagnosis was made and from which images. Ask what the alternatives are and what happens if you wait. Ask what type of anaesthesia is planned, how long you will stay in hospital, and what the walking aids and exercises will be. Ask which activities you can return to, including work, farm tasks, sport and prayer positions such as kneeling or sitting on the floor, and which should be avoided.

Also ask what complications are possible, how they are recognised and who you should contact at once if something seems wrong at home. Request that the plan be written in plain language so that family members can follow it. Bring a list of all your medicines and any past surgeries to the consultation.

How the remote consultation works from Ado-Ekiti

The first step is a message to the coordinators on Telegram or Telegram, available 24/7. Describe the problem: which joint, since when, what the pain is like at rest and at night, how you walk and which treatment you have already tried. Attach photographs of reports and any X-ray, MRI or ultrasound files you already have. If you have none, say so, and the coordinator will explain which examinations are normally needed and can be done locally.

The consultation itself is online and free. A specialist reviews your materials, may ask additional questions and explains the likely options: conservative care, arthroscopy, a cell-based approach in suitable early stages, or replacement. You are not asked to commit to anything during this conversation, and you can discuss the plan with your family before deciding.

Mobile networks in a city with a large student and trading population are usually adequate for messaging, but it helps to send documents when the connection is stable and to keep copies on your phone. Ask for the key points of the conversation in writing, so that your relatives, your local doctor and you all work from the same plan.

Is the consultation really free for patients in Ado-Ekiti?

Yes. The online consultation is free. You contact the coordinators on Telegram or Telegram, send your reports and questions, and receive a first assessment of the options without any obligation.

When are coordinators available?

Around the clock (24/7). You can write at any time, for instance after a market day or in the evening when family members can join the conversation.

Which documents should I send?

Any X-ray, MRI or ultrasound images, blood test results, previous discharge summaries and a list of current medicines. A short written description of when the pain started and what makes it better or worse is very helpful.

How do I know if my pain is arthritis?

Typical signs are pain at rest and at night, morning stiffness lasting more than 30 minutes, swelling, redness and warmth over the joint. Causes include autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, infections, gout and psoriasis. Only an examination and tests can confirm the cause.

Can joint replacement be delayed?

In some cases of 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. The stage is established from imaging.

What does the cell-based 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. Your specialist will explain whether it is suitable for you.

Does the hot, humid weather in Ado-Ekiti change recovery?

It can. Warmth and humidity encourage swelling and make compression garments tiring, while the rainy season makes ground slippery. Loose breathable clothing, leg elevation, non-slip footwear and following the surgeon's advice on garments help. March is the hottest month, so plan for it.

When can I go back to work or farm tasks?

It depends on the procedure and on your duties. Desk work usually resumes earlier than lifting, long standing or kneeling. Describe your exact tasks to the specialist and agree a step-by-step plan.

Can body weight affect my joints?

Yes. Extra weight increases the load on the knees and hips, and the World Health Organization regards excess weight as an important health issue. Gradual changes in diet and activity, agreed with your doctor, support both treatment and recovery.