SVF and PRP Joint Therapy in Marseille
PRP and SVF cell therapy for the knee, hip, shoulder and more. We review your scans free of charge before any decision
No surgery — an injection instead of an operation
Own tissue — your blood and adipose tissue
Ultrasound guidance for every injection
Free consultation
and review of your scans
What is regenerative
joint treatment?
Regenerative joint treatment uses material from your own body — platelet-rich plasma (PRP) from blood and the stromal vascular fraction (SVF) from a small sample of adipose tissue. It is injected into the affected joint to reduce pain and inflammation and to support the tissues inside it.
This treatment suits people with painful joints who would like to avoid or delay surgery, or who have been told that only a joint replacement will help. The earlier the stage, the better the prospect of a lasting result — the doctor judges this from your scans.
No surgery — an injection instead of an operation
Ultrasound guidance for every injection
Free consultation and review of your scans
Joints we treat
Both large and small joints are treated; the joint, the method and the number of injections are chosen by the doctor once your scans are reviewed
Elbow
Overuse or sports-related pain and wear of the joint surfaces
Hand and wrist joints
Small joints of the wrist and fingers that are stiff and sore
Knee
Cartilage wear, meniscus problems, pain on stairs and after walking
Hip
Early hip osteoarthritis, groin pain, limited rotation
Ankle
Pain and stiffness after sprains and old injuries
Shoulder
Pain lifting the arm, worn tendons around the joint and the joint itself
Methods we use
Cell therapy (SVF) from your own adipose tissue
Your adipose tissue, taken in a small sample, is processed so that the stromal vascular fraction (SVF) can be isolated: a mixture of cells that play a role in tissue repair. Together with your own plasma, it goes into the affected joint.
Doctors tend to choose it when the joint shows more pronounced changes and a more durable effect is wanted.
PRP — platelet-rich plasma from your own blood
A small amount of your blood is processed to separate plasma rich in platelets and growth factors, which is then injected into the joint. It helps settle inflammation and gives the tissues better conditions for repair.
It is suitable as a separate injection course or in combination with SVF.
How the procedure goes: step by step
Consultation and scan review
The doctor examines your joint, looks at your X-rays, MRI or ultrasound and decides whether the procedure is right for you. Scans you already have can be sent ahead of the visit.
Blood sample for PRP
From a vein, a small amount of blood is taken. It is later used to prepare plasma rich in platelets and growth factors.
The doctor tells you in advance which tests are needed.
Adipose tissue sample
About 30 ml of adipose tissue is collected through a puncture on the abdomen or the inner thigh under local anaesthetic. The puncture needs no stitches.
Processing in a centrifuge
The sample is centrifuged and divides into layers; the stromal vascular fraction is isolated from it and mixed with platelet-rich plasma.
The whole procedure is done in one day.
Injection into the joint
With ultrasound guiding the needle, the prepared material is injected directly and precisely into the affected joint.
Follow-up
No crutches and no hospital stay. The doctor stays in touch after the procedure and follows how the joint responds.
Consultation and scan review
The doctor examines your joint, looks at your X-rays, MRI or ultrasound and decides whether the procedure is right for you. Scans you already have can be sent ahead of the visit.
Blood sample for PRP
From a vein, a small amount of blood is taken. It is later used to prepare plasma rich in platelets and growth factors.
The doctor tells you in advance which tests are needed.
Adipose tissue sample
About 30 ml of adipose tissue is collected through a puncture on the abdomen or the inner thigh under local anaesthetic. The puncture needs no stitches.
Processing in a centrifuge
The sample is centrifuged and divides into layers; the stromal vascular fraction is isolated from it and mixed with platelet-rich plasma.
The whole procedure is done in one day.
Injection into the joint
With ultrasound guiding the needle, the prepared material is injected directly and precisely into the affected joint.
Follow-up
No crutches and no hospital stay. The doctor stays in touch after the procedure and follows how the joint responds.
Follow-up visits
Follow-up visits let the doctor see how the joint responds and adjust the plan — pain usually eases over the first month, mobility improves over about three months, and the full effect develops over around six months.
Conditions we treat
The decision on whether the treatment suits you is made by a doctor, after an examination and a look at your scans
What we work with
Arthritis
Arthrosis
Avascular necrosis
Osteoarthritis
Gonarthrosis (knee osteoarthritis)
Coxarthrosis (hip osteoarthritis)
Meniscus pathology and injury
Rehabilitation after injuries and surgery
Inflammatory joint conditions
Contraindications
Cancer
Pregnancy
Blood clotting disorders
Acute infections, including infection in or near the joint
Flare-up of a serious chronic illness
Cancer
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Serious heart, kidney or liver disease
Temporary contraindications: flu, a cold or fever, and skin inflammation over the joint that will be treated
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After the procedure
Most patients return home that same day and get back to their usual daily activity in a day or two, with small dressings on the puncture sites. It is an expected reaction for the joint to ache slightly more in the first week. Over the first month the pain usually eases, over about three months mobility and activity get better, and over around six months the full effect develops. How long it lasts is individual — the stage of the condition, body weight, activity and other factors all play a part — and no one can promise a fixed result. In the first weeks, your doctor advises you individually on exercise and load.
Why patients choose City Medical Centre
Our aim is to keep your own joint, not replace it — treatment without surgery
Your own tissue
Only material from your own blood and adipose tissue is used, with no donor or synthetic components
No crutches
Punctures instead of incisions, local anaesthetic, no long rehabilitation
Second opinion
Forward your X-rays, MRI or reports to get a free, independent assessment from a doctor
Support after the procedure
After the procedure we keep in touch and follow the result, not only the day of the injection
Joint treatment prices
After the consultation the doctor gives the price, which depends on the joint, the stage and the method
Service
Price
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Joint treatment: frequently asked questions
What is the difference between PRP and SVF?
SVF is a cell fraction isolated from a small sample of your adipose tissue, whereas PRP is platelet-rich plasma prepared from your blood. They work differently and are frequently combined for a stronger regenerative effect in the joint.
Is the treatment safe?
The risk of rejection or allergy is very low, since both methods use your own tissue. Like any injection, they can cause temporary pain, swelling or bruising, while infection happens rarely. At the consultation the doctor explains what the risks are for you.
How long does the effect last?
It is different for everyone: after PRP the effect frequently lasts from several months to roughly a year, and SVF can give a longer effect. The stage of the condition and your body decide the duration, so no fixed result can be promised.
Who should not have the procedure?
Contraindications include cancer, acute infections, blood clotting disorders, pregnancy and a flare-up of a serious chronic illness; in these cases the procedure is not performed. The doctor checks this at the consultation.
Hip osteoarthritis (coxarthrosis): can it be treated without surgery?
Early-stage osteoarthritis often responds to PRP or SVF injections together with exercise therapy and physiotherapy, which can reduce pain and improve movement. If the joint is badly damaged already, replacement may be the more realistic option, as the doctor will honestly tell you after seeing your scans.
Can avascular necrosis of the hip be treated?
SVF therapy may be an option at early stages (1–2) to support blood supply to the femoral head and postpone joint replacement. At later stages, surgery is usually needed.
Why try to avoid joint replacement?
Major surgery, long rehabilitation, risks like infection and implants that may need to be redone eventually — that is what a replacement involves. With early or moderate changes, preserving your own joint first is often sensible.
Can I get a second opinion on my scans?
Yes. After you send your X-rays, MRI, CT or medical reports, a doctor reviews them at no cost and tells you whether the procedure could be suitable and what else may be required.
How soon can I return to normal life?
Normally within a day or two. You will not need crutches or long rehabilitation, and the doctor gives you load and exercise recommendations for the first weeks.
Does the treatment help with shoulder pain?
Shoulder joint and rotator cuff problems are treated with PRP; in more advanced shoulder arthritis, SVF may be an option. The doctor first finds the cause of the pain, and that decides whether it suits you.
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Joint treatment in Marseille step by step
The earlier the stage, the better the chance of a lasting effect. That is why patients from Marseille start with a review of their X-rays or MRI: the doctor assesses the joint and tells you honestly whether SVF or PRP is likely to help or whether another option is more realistic.
Follow-up visits help the doctor see how the joint responds and adjust the plan. In Marseille, you receive recommendations on load and exercise for the first weeks, and the doctor stays in touch after the procedure.
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