Regenerative Joint Treatment in Vienna
Knee, hip, shoulder or another joint — SVF cell therapy and PRP, starting with a free assessment of your scans
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?
The treatment is regenerative and uses only what your body supplies: PRP (platelet-rich plasma from the blood) and SVF (the stromal vascular fraction from a small piece of adipose tissue). Injected into the joint that hurts, it aims to calm inflammation, ease pain and support the tissue within.
It is an option for people with joint pain who want to avoid or postpone surgery, or who have been told that joint replacement is the only choice. The earlier the stage of the condition, the better the chance of a lasting effect — the doctor assesses 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
Large or small, each joint is assessed on your scans first — then the doctor chooses the method and how many injections are needed
Elbow
Sports strain or overuse pain and worn-down joint surfaces
Hand and wrist joints
Stiffness and pain in the small joints of the fingers and wrist
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 when you raise your arm, worn joint and surrounding tendons
Methods we use
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.
It is usually chosen when the changes in the joint are more pronounced and a longer-lasting effect is the goal.
PRP — platelet-rich plasma from your own blood
The doctor separates plasma rich in platelets and growth factors from a small amount of your blood and injects it into the joint. This helps to calm inflammation and supports tissue repair.
A course of injections can be done with it alone, or it can be paired with SVF.
How the procedure goes: step by step
Consultation and scan review
Before anything else, the doctor examines the joint and goes through your X-rays, MRI or ultrasound to see if the procedure is suitable. Scans can be sent to us ahead of time.
Blood sample for PRP
Blood is drawn from a vein — only a small amount. Later, platelet-rich plasma with growth factors is made from it.
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
A centrifuge splits the sample into layers. From these, the stromal vascular fraction is isolated and blended with the platelet-rich plasma.
The whole procedure is done in one day.
Injection into the joint
Under ultrasound guidance, the ready material goes directly into the affected joint, so it can be placed accurately.
Follow-up
No stay in hospital and no crutches are needed. The doctor stays in touch after the procedure to see how the joint responds.
Consultation and scan review
Before anything else, the doctor examines the joint and goes through your X-rays, MRI or ultrasound to see if the procedure is suitable. Scans can be sent to us ahead of time.
Blood sample for PRP
Blood is drawn from a vein — only a small amount. Later, platelet-rich plasma with growth factors is made from it.
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
A centrifuge splits the sample into layers. From these, the stromal vascular fraction is isolated and blended with the platelet-rich plasma.
The whole procedure is done in one day.
Injection into the joint
Under ultrasound guidance, the ready material goes directly into the affected joint, so it can be placed accurately.
Follow-up
No stay in hospital and no crutches are needed. The doctor stays in touch after the procedure to see how the joint responds.
Follow-up visits
During follow-up visits the doctor checks the joint's response and adapts the plan: pain usually subsides in the first month, movement improves over about three months and the full effect develops over around six months.
Conditions we treat
Only after an examination and a review of your scans does the doctor decide whether the treatment suits you
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: skin inflammation over the joint to be treated, a fever, a cold or flu
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After the procedure
Going home the same day is the norm, and normal daily activity usually resumes within a day or two; small dressings protect the puncture sites. The joint can ache a little more during the first week — this is expected. Pain tends to ease over the first month, mobility and activity improve over about three months, and the full effect develops over around six months. The duration varies from person to person with the stage of the condition, body weight, activity and other factors, so a fixed result cannot be promised. The doctor gives individual guidance on exercise and load for the first weeks.
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
Just your blood and your adipose tissue; donor and synthetic materials are not used
No crutches
Small punctures in place of incisions, local anaesthetic, no long recovery programme
Second opinion
Share your X-rays, MRI or reports, and a doctor will give an independent opinion free of charge
Support after the procedure
We keep following the result and stay in touch after the procedure, not only on injection day
Joint treatment prices
Because the joint, the stage of the condition and the method all affect the cost, the doctor states it after the consultation
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?
Because both methods use your own tissue, the risk of rejection or allergy is very low. As with any injection, there may be temporary pain, swelling or bruising, and infection is rare. At the consultation the doctor explains the risks in your case.
How long does the effect last?
Results vary. The effect of PRP often holds for several months to about a year; SVF can keep working longer. How long it lasts depends on the stage of the condition and your own body — no one can promise a fixed result.
Who should not have the procedure?
Cancer, acute infections, blood clotting disorders, pregnancy and a flare-up of a serious chronic illness all rule the procedure out. The doctor checks this at the consultation.
Is non-surgical treatment possible for hip osteoarthritis (coxarthrosis)?
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?
When the condition is at an early stage (1–2), SVF therapy may be considered to support blood supply to the femoral head and delay a joint replacement; at later stages surgery is usually required.
Why try to avoid joint replacement?
Keep in mind that replacement is major surgery with long rehabilitation, risks such as infection and implants that may eventually be redone. When changes are early or moderate, trying to preserve your own joint first often makes sense.
Can I get a second opinion on my scans?
Yes, you can. A doctor reviews the X-rays, MRI, CT or medical reports you send free of charge and tells you if the procedure could suit you and what else may be needed.
How soon can I return to normal life?
Usually within a day or two. There are no crutches and no long rehabilitation; the doctor gives you recommendations on load and exercise for the first weeks.
Does the treatment help with shoulder pain?
For the rotator cuff and the shoulder joint, PRP is used; SVF may be considered in more advanced shoulder arthritis. Whether this is right for you depends on the cause of the pain, which the doctor determines first.
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Joint treatment in Vienna: a short guide
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 Vienna, it is an option to ease pain and inflammation and support the tissues inside the joint without an operation.
Over about three months mobility and activity usually improve, and the full effect develops over around six months. How long it lasts depends on the stage of the condition, body weight and activity, so no one can promise a fixed result to patients in Vienna.
To get started, send your scans or book a visit. Patients from Vienna receive a free review, a clear answer on whether treatment is suitable, and the price for their case.
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