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Knee and Hip Treatment in Ijebu Ode Without Surgery

We treat the knee, hip, shoulder and other joints with SVF and PRP. Before anything is decided, your scans are reviewed at no cost

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?

Regenerative treatment of the joints relies on material taken from your own body: platelet-rich plasma (PRP) prepared from blood, and the stromal vascular fraction (SVF) obtained from a small sample of adipose tissue. This material is injected into the problem joint to ease pain and inflammation and to support the tissues within it.

  • 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: having a fever, a cold or flu, or inflamed skin over the joint to be 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

The nurse takes a small amount of venous blood; platelet-rich plasma with growth factors is prepared from it afterwards.

Adipose tissue sample3

Adipose tissue sample

Around 30 ml of adipose tissue is taken through a single puncture on the abdomen or inner thigh under local anaesthetic, and the site needs no stitches.

Processing in a centrifuge4

Processing in a centrifuge

Spinning the sample in a centrifuge separates it into layers, after which the stromal vascular fraction is isolated and added to the platelet-rich plasma.

Injection into the joint5

Injection into the joint

The material, once prepared, is injected directly into the affected joint; ultrasound guidance helps place it precisely.

Follow-up6

Follow-up

The procedure needs no crutches or hospital stay. Afterwards the doctor remains in touch and follows the joint's response.

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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

To obtain SVF, the stromal vascular fraction, a small amount of your adipose tissue is processed; this cell mix takes part in repairing tissue. It is injected into the affected joint together with plasma from your own blood.

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

This option is usually picked for more advanced changes in the joint, when the goal is an effect that lasts longer.

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, is used to separate plasma rich in platelets and growth factors. This plasma is injected into the joint to help calm inflammation and support tissue repair.

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

It can be used on its own as a course of injections, 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

We treat large and small joints — which joint, which method and how many injections is decided by the doctor after a scan review

  • KneeKneeMeniscus problems, cartilage wear and pain on stairs or after a walk
  • HipHipEarly hip osteoarthritis, groin pain, limited rotation
  • ShoulderShoulderPain on lifting the arm, wear of the joint and nearby tendons
  • 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

Treatment without surgery, aimed at keeping your own joint instead of replacing it

Your own tissue

Your own tissue

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

No crutches

No crutches

Punctures, not incisions; local anaesthetic; no prolonged rehabilitation

Second opinion

Second opinion

Send any X-rays, MRI or reports and receive an independent assessment from a doctor for free

Support after the procedure

Support after the procedure

Our care goes beyond 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

Joint treatment prices

The cost is named by the doctor after the consultation, since it depends on the joint, the stage of the condition and the method

FAQ

Joint treatment: frequently asked questions

About the conditions

More about these conditions

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Joint treatment in Ijebu Ode: methods, steps and price

If you have been told that joint replacement is the only choice, a second opinion is worth getting. In Ijebu Ode, you can send your scans and reports for a free independent assessment before making any decision about surgery.

The procedure in Ijebu Ode takes one day. Blood is taken from a vein for PRP, a small portion of adipose tissue is taken under local anaesthetic without stitches, the material is spun in a centrifuge, and the prepared mix is injected precisely into the affected joint.

Book a free consultation in Ijebu Ode to find out whether regenerative joint treatment suits you. The doctor names the price after examining the joint and reviewing your scans.

Ijebu Ode and the question of joint health

Ijebu Ode is a city and Local government area in Ogun State, South West Nigeria, close to the A121 highway. It lies 110 km by road northeast of Lagos and within 100 km of the Atlantic Ocean, in the eastern part of Ogun State. It has an estimated population of 394,246 (2024). For a city of this size, with a busy working population, knee and hip pain is not a small private matter. It affects who can run the shop, who can stand through a long day, who can walk to the market and who can attend a family event without sitting out half of it.

This text is written for people in Ijebu Ode who are thinking about joint treatment: conservative care, arthroscopy or joint replacement. It explains how the options differ, how the local climate and daily rhythm affect planning, what to ask a surgeon, and how a remote consultation with City Medical Centre works from your own home. It is general information and does not replace an examination.

A city of entrepreneurs and what it means for knees and hips

People from Ijebu Ode have a nationwide reputation as natural entrepreneurs, and the Ijebu people are spread across Lagos and Ogun states. Many patients run their own business, trade, transport goods or manage a workshop. For them the main fear is not the operation itself but the loss of income while they cannot stand or walk freely. Planning therefore matters as much as the choice of technique.

A useful habit is to write down which parts of your working day depend on your joints: standing at a counter, climbing into a vehicle, lifting stock, walking between sites. Bring this list to the consultation. It helps the specialist judge whether conservative care is enough, whether arthroscopy could help, or whether the damage calls for a replacement, and it helps you agree a realistic plan for handing over responsibilities during recovery.

Because a self-employed person has no formal sick leave, it is wise to arrange help in advance: a trusted relative or employee who can cover key tasks for the weeks when you are not at full strength.

How to tell arthritis from simple wear

Patients in Ijebu Ode often ask whether their pain is just age or something that needs a specialist. 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.

This matters because inflammatory arthritis is treated differently from pain that appears only with load and eases with rest. If you recognise night pain, long morning stiffness or a hot, swollen joint, describe it clearly during the online consultation and share any earlier tests you have. The specialist may suggest checking for the underlying cause before talking about any operation.

Do not treat repeated swelling with painkillers alone for months. A joint that stays inflamed can lose function faster, and an early assessment keeps more options open.

Conservative care, arthroscopy and replacement: the general picture

Joint treatment is a ladder rather than a single step. Conservative care comes first: guided exercise, weight management, adjustment of activity, medicines chosen by a doctor and treatment of any inflammatory cause. Arthroscopy is a keyhole procedure used for selected problems inside the knee or hip, not a universal answer for every painful joint. Joint replacement is considered when the joint surface is badly damaged and daily life is seriously limited.

For the hip there is also an early-stage option. 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 material for this therapy is obtained 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.

Which step suits you depends on imaging, the stage of the disease, your age, your general health and your goals. A remote consultation helps you understand where you stand on this ladder before deciding anything.

Climate in Ijebu Ode and recovery

Ijebu Ode has a tropical savanna climate (Köppen: Aw) and a warm tropical climate overall, with the Atlantic Ocean within 100 km. Warmth and humidity influence recovery in practical ways. Swelling around a treated knee or hip can feel heavier in hot weather, so plan rest periods with the leg raised in the coolest, best-ventilated room of the house.

Wounds and puncture sites should stay clean and dry. Sweat under bandages or compression garments can irritate the skin, so ask the surgeon which dressings and garments suit hot weather and how often to change them. Breathable cotton clothing over the dressing is more comfortable than tight layers.

During the rainy months, wet floors, muddy paths and slippery steps are a real hazard for anyone using a stick or crutches. Check the route from your gate to the door, and consider non-slip mats at home. In dusty dry periods, keep dressings covered when going outside. Avoid swimming pools, the sea and open water until the surgeon confirms the wound is ready.

Choosing the season for treatment

The source lists January, May, July, August, September, October, November and December as the most popular months in Ijebu Ode, but for an operation the calendar of your own life matters more than visitor trends. Choose a period when your business can run with less of your presence and when you are not expecting a major family event in the first weeks of recovery.

Hot, humid days make the early period more tiring, while heavy rain complicates movement outdoors. Neither is a reason to delay needed treatment, but both are reasons to prepare the home: a firm chair with arms, a raised seat for the toilet if advised, clear floors and drinking water within reach.

Ask the specialist how the timing of your own case affects the plan. For inflammatory conditions, stable control of the disease before any operation is often an important point to discuss.

Food, family occasions and daily routine

The primary cultural food of Ijebu Ode is Ikokore, a dish many families prepare for gatherings. Food culture and joint health meet in two places: body weight and gout. Extra weight increases the load on knees and hips, and the WHO obesity and overweight fact sheet is a useful general reference on why weight management matters. If gout is suspected as a cause of your joint swelling, discuss diet with your doctor rather than guessing.

During recovery, ask relatives to bring food to you or help with cooking, because standing at a stove for long periods is tiring early on. Gradual return to the family table is realistic, but long ceremonies with hours of sitting on low seats or standing to greet guests should be postponed until the surgeon agrees.

Plan around visitors too. Close family often visit after an operation; a short, organised visiting schedule protects your rest and avoids crowding a small room.

Return to work, study and sport

Return depends on the type of treatment, your job and how your joint responds. Desk-based or supervisory work usually resumes sooner than work requiring lifting, long standing or climbing. Do not set a date on your own: ask the surgeon for stages, such as sitting work first, then short walks, then fuller duties.

Students from Ijebu Ode, including those attending schools in the city, should ask for a written plan about sitting, carrying bags and using stairs, so teachers can adapt. Athletes and people who play football or walk regularly should ask which activities are safe at each stage and which should wait.

Exercises given by the rehabilitation team are part of the treatment, not an extra. Skipping them to return to business sooner often slows recovery.

Who may be a candidate and who needs caution

In general terms, suitable candidates for surgery are people whose pain and stiffness persist despite conservative care and who have confirmed damage on imaging. People with early hip problems may be considered for supportive approaches. Those with active infection, uncontrolled chronic disease or untreated inflammatory conditions usually need these issues stabilised first.

Contraindications are decided individually. Mention all medicines, previous operations, allergies, diabetes, blood pressure problems and any skin infection near the joint. Honest information makes the plan safer.

If you are unsure whether your joint problem is surgical at all, the first online consultation is a sensible step; it can end with advice to continue conservative care.

How the remote consultation works from Ijebu Ode

The consultation is free and online. You contact the coordinators on Telegram or Telegram, where they are available around the clock (24/7). You send your complaints, earlier scans, reports and test results from home, and the case is reviewed by a specialist.

Prepare a short history: when pain started, which joint, what makes it worse, what you have already tried. Photos of imaging reports are enough to begin with. Good mobile data or Wi-Fi helps when sending large files, and sending them at a quiet hour avoids interruptions.

After the review you receive an explanation of the likely options and the questions that remain open. You decide at your own pace, and family members can join the conversation.

Questions to ask the surgeon

Write your questions beforehand. Useful ones include: what is the exact diagnosis and stage; is conservative care still reasonable; what would arthroscopy or replacement change in my case; what anaesthesia is planned; how long will I need help at home; what dressings and garments suit a hot, humid climate; which activities are forbidden and for how long; and what warning signs mean I must call at once.

Also ask what follow-up is available remotely and how to send photos or questions to the coordinators after the procedure. Clear agreement on this removes much anxiety once you are back in your daily routine in Ijebu Ode.

Is the consultation really free for someone in Ijebu Ode?

Yes. The online consultation is free. You write to the coordinators on Telegram or Telegram, and they are available 24/7.

How do I know if my knee or hip 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. A specialist must confirm the diagnosis.

What can cause arthritis?

Causes include autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, infections, gout and psoriasis. The cause affects the treatment.

Is surgery always needed?

No. Conservative care is tried first in many cases. Arthroscopy suits selected problems, and replacement is considered when damage is advanced.

Is there anything for early hip problems?

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.

How is the material for SVF therapy taken?

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.

Does the warm climate of Ijebu Ode matter for recovery?

Yes. Heat and humidity can increase discomfort from swelling and irritate skin under dressings. Rest with the leg raised, wear breathable clothing and ask about suitable dressings.

Can I go to the pool or the sea afterwards?

Not until the surgeon confirms the wound is ready. Ask for a clear instruction for your case.

When can I go back to my business?

It depends on your treatment and the physical demands of your work. Ask for a staged plan and arrange help for heavy tasks.

What should I send for the first review?

Send a short description of your symptoms, earlier scans and reports, a list of medicines and any known conditions such as diabetes or gout.