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Osteoarthritis Treatment in Ogbomoso

SVF cell therapy and PRP for knee, hip and other joints affected by arthrosis. A free review of your X-rays or MRI to check the stage

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 osteoarthritis
(arthrosis)?

In osteoarthritis, sometimes called arthrosis, the joint's cartilage lining wears away bit by bit over years. That cartilage normally absorbs shock; once it breaks down, bone rubs on bone and the joint becomes painful, stiff and less mobile. It is a disease of wear rather than inflammation, even if episodes of swelling happen.

  • 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

After an examination and a review of your scans, a doctor decides whether the treatment suits you

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: inflammation of the skin over the joint to be treated, 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, after which the doctor decides whether the procedure suits you. Already have scans? Send them before the visit.

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

Roughly 30 ml of adipose tissue is taken through a puncture on the inner thigh or abdomen under local anaesthetic. No stitches are needed.

Processing in a centrifuge4

Processing in a centrifuge

Layers form as the sample is spun in a centrifuge. The stromal vascular fraction is isolated and blended with the platelet-rich plasma.

Injection into the joint5

Injection into the joint

Under ultrasound guidance the prepared material is injected straight into the affected joint, which helps to place it precisely.

Follow-up6

Follow-up

Neither a hospital stay nor crutches — and after the procedure the doctor stays in contact and follows how the joint is responding.

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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

We take a small sample of your adipose tissue and process it to isolate the stromal vascular fraction (SVF), a mix of cells that take part in tissue repair. It is combined with your own plasma and injected into the affected joint.

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

Mainly at early and moderate stages of osteoarthritis — to reduce friction between the joint surfaces and slow down cartilage wear.

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

A small amount of your blood is used to separate plasma rich in platelets and growth factors, which is then injected into the joint. It helps settle inflammation and creates better conditions for tissue repair.

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

Used often in mild osteoarthritis, it is added to SVF when a more pronounced effect is required.

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

Both large and small joints — after reviewing your scans, the doctor selects the joint, the method and how many injections you need

  • KneeKneeCartilage wear with meniscus trouble and pain on stairs or after walking
  • HipHipEarly hip osteoarthritis, groin pain, limited rotation
  • ShoulderShoulderWear of the joint and the tendons around it, painful arm raising
  • ElbowElbowWear of joint surfaces, pain after heavy use or sports strain
  • 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

We aim to preserve your own joint rather than replace it, with treatment that avoids 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

Punctures instead of incisions, local anaesthetic, no long rehabilitation

Second opinion

Second opinion

A doctor will assess your X-rays, MRI or reports independently and free of charge — just send them

Support after the procedure

Support after the procedure

We remain in touch after the procedure and track the outcome, not merely on the 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

Osteoarthritis treatment prices

The price depends on the joint, the method and the stage of osteoarthritis, so the doctor gives it after the consultation

FAQ

Joint treatment: frequently asked questions

About the conditions

More about these conditions

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Osteoarthritis in Ogbomoso: stages, methods and price

Osteoarthritis is not the same as arthritis. Arthrosis is wear of the cartilage; arthritis is inflammation with pain at rest, swelling and warmth. The approach differs, so the diagnosis comes first for everyone in Ogbomoso.

Follow-up visits let the doctor see how the joint responds. In Ogbomoso, check-ups after one, three and six months help adjust the plan and decide whether a repeat course is needed.

The price depends on how many joints are treated and on the method. For patients from Ogbomoso, the doctor explains the plan and the cost at a free consultation before any procedure.

Ogbomoso and the question of joint pain

Ogbomoso, also written Ogbomosho, is a city in Oyo State, in south-western Nigeria. It was founded in the mid 17th century and is the second largest city in Oyo State. The urban population was approximately 744,835 in 2024. A city of this size has many people living with joint pain, from retired teachers and traders to farmers and drivers who have spent decades on their feet or behind a wheel.

Osteoarthritis is one of the most common reasons people in a city like this start asking about knees, hips and hands. Pain on the stairs, stiffness after sitting through a long church service or a day in the market, and difficulty kneeling are the complaints we hear most. This text is written for residents of Ogbomoso who want to understand what SVF therapy involves, how it fits into a long-term plan, and how to prepare questions before the first conversation with a specialist.

The principal inhabitants are Yoruba, and people from other parts of Nigeria and West Africa also live in the city. Families are often large and close, and decisions about health are usually made together. If you are considering treatment, it helps to bring a son, daughter or sibling into the online consultation so that the plan is clear to everyone who will help you at home.

What osteoarthritis is and how it differs from other arthritis

Many people use the word arthritis for every joint problem, but the causes differ. 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. Osteoarthritis is a different, chronic condition, and it needs its own plan.

This distinction matters in Ogbomoso because many people treat every aching joint with the same remedy bought locally or recommended by a neighbour. A hot, red, swollen joint that wakes you at night should be examined by a doctor in person without delay, since infection or gout may be involved. Osteoarthritis is usually a slower process, and a careful diagnosis comes before any decision about SVF therapy.

Our coordinators will ask you to describe when the pain appears, whether the joint is warm or red, how long the morning stiffness lasts, and whether more than one joint is involved. Your answers, together with any X-rays or laboratory results you already have, help the specialist decide whether the picture fits osteoarthritis at all.

How SVF therapy works and what the procedure involves

SVF therapy uses your own adipose 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 to obtain the cell fraction used in treatment, so the starting material comes from your own body.

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. We say this plainly because a patient in Ogbomoso who has lived with a painful hip for many years deserves an honest assessment of the stage before any decision is made.

Because the tissue is taken under local anaesthetic, patients usually think about the day in practical terms: who will accompany them, what to eat beforehand, and what clothing is comfortable afterwards. Loose clothing that does not press on the abdomen or inner thigh is sensible. Your specialist will give the exact instructions for your case, including what to do about regular medicines.

Climate, the rainy season and recovery

Precipitation in Ogbomoso is most common from May to October, and the wet season is also the cloudier part of the year. For anyone recovering from a procedure that involves a small puncture, this has practical consequences. Wet ground and slippery steps are a real hazard for a person with a painful knee or hip, so footwear with a firm grip and a clear path to the door matter more in these months.

Planning the timing is a conversation to have with your specialist. The rainy months may mean fewer long walks and less time outdoors, which some patients find convenient for resting. Others worry about damp conditions and keeping the puncture site clean and dry. General advice is to follow the wound care instructions you are given, keep the area covered as directed, and avoid standing water, ponds or swimming until the specialist confirms it is suitable.

Outside the rainy season, the main concern is comfort. Warm days can make compression garments or tight clothing unpleasant, and swelling can feel worse after long periods upright. Light, breathable fabrics, regular rests with the leg raised if advised, and plenty of drinking water are sensible general habits. Your specialist will tell you whether any compression garment is needed in your case.

Daily life, work and the rhythm of the city

Ogbomoso is an agricultural and trading city. Cashew and mango plantations are widely distributed across the land, and the area was once the largest planter of cassava in the world. People also trade, keep goats and sheep, and work in banking, small-scale manufacturing and construction. For many patients, work means standing, lifting, bending or walking on uneven ground, all of which load the joints.

When you speak with the specialist, describe your work in detail. A trader who stands at a stall all day, a farmer who kneels in the field, a builder who climbs, and a teacher who sits for long hours each need a different plan for the weeks after treatment. Ask when you can return to light duties, when to avoid heavy lifting, and how to adjust your workday while you recover.

Students and staff connected with the city's universities and seminary have a different challenge: long hours at a desk or in lecture halls cause stiffness, and carrying books or climbing stairs can aggravate pain. If you study or teach, plan treatment around examination periods and ask what seating and movement breaks are helpful.

Food, weight and the load on your joints

Food is central to life in Ogbomoso, and cassava, in its many prepared forms, is one of the staples of the region. Mangoes and cashews are part of the local landscape. We are not asking anyone to give up the foods of their family table, but body weight is relevant to osteoarthritis because extra weight increases the load carried by the knees and hips.

The World Health Organization treats overweight and obesity as a major health concern, and a reasonable weight is a common part of the long-term management of joint disease. If your specialist recommends adjusting weight, discuss realistic steps: portion sizes at family meals, the balance between starchy foods and vegetables, protein, and the frequency of fried or very sweet foods. Small and steady changes are easier to keep during festivals and family gatherings than strict diets.

Ask your specialist whether any supplements or traditional remedies you take should be mentioned. Be open about herbal preparations, painkillers bought at a pharmacy and anti-inflammatory tablets. Some of these can affect how you prepare for the procedure, and the specialist can only plan safely if the full list is known.

What to expect after the procedure and how long results take

Many patients notice the first changes 2–3 weeks after the procedure. A stable result forms over about six months and can last from several months to several years, depending on the individual. Osteoarthritis is chronic, so it needs an ongoing plan rather than a single injection. This is the most important sentence for any patient to understand before choosing treatment.

In practice, an ongoing plan means follow-up conversations, attention to weight, suitable exercise, protection of the joint during heavy work, and reassessment if symptoms return. A patient in Ogbomoso who expects one procedure to end the problem may be disappointed, while a patient who treats it as one part of a longer plan is better prepared.

Return to work and sport depends on the joint treated, your occupation and how you feel. Gentle walking is often encouraged, but running, football, heavy farm work and long periods of kneeling should only restart when your specialist agrees. Pool or sea swimming is not suitable until the puncture site has healed and you have been told it is acceptable. Ask for a written schedule of what you may do in each period.

Who may be a candidate and who may not

The best candidates are usually people with confirmed osteoarthritis at an early stage, whose symptoms affect daily life and who are willing to follow a long-term plan. Because SVF therapy may be considered at stages 1–2 to support blood supply to the femoral head and delay the need for joint replacement, imaging and clinical examination are needed first. Your specialist may ask for X-rays, MRI or reports from your doctor in Ogbomoso.

Some people are less likely to be suitable. These include patients with active infection, a hot red joint of unknown cause, certain autoimmune or blood conditions that have not been assessed, or advanced joint damage where surgery is usually required. Pregnancy, cancer history and blood-thinning medicines must also be discussed openly. Being told that treatment is not suitable is a useful result, because it prevents wasted effort and points you toward the right care.

Follow NICE guidance on osteoarthritis in over 16s (NG226) as a reference point for good care: education about the condition, exercise, weight management where relevant, and appropriate pain relief are the basis of management. SVF therapy, if considered, sits alongside these steps rather than replacing them.

How the online consultation works from Ogbomoso

The consultation is free and online, and you contact the centre from your own city. Coordinators are available 24/7 on Telegram and Telegram, which is convenient when you are busy at work or when pain keeps you awake at night. You can send your first message in a few lines and add documents later.

Prepare a short summary: which joints hurt, for how long, what makes the pain better or worse, previous treatments, current medicines and allergies. Photographs of existing X-ray films, MRI reports and blood test results help the specialist understand your case. If the image quality is poor, the coordinator will tell you what is needed.

After reviewing your information, the specialist explains whether SVF therapy may be considered, what the plan could look like, and what other steps are needed first. You decide at your own pace and can involve family members. If your own doctor in Ogbomoso is treating you, share the discussion with that doctor so your care stays coordinated.

Is osteoarthritis the same as arthritis?

No. Arthritis is an inflammatory disease of the joints, with signs such as 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. Osteoarthritis is chronic and needs its own long-term plan. A proper diagnosis is the first step.

What happens during the SVF procedure?

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 tissue is processed and used in your treatment. Your specialist will explain each step and the preparation needed.

When will I notice changes?

Many patients notice the first changes 2–3 weeks after the procedure. A stable result forms over about six months and can last from several months to several years, depending on the individual. Responses differ from person to person.

Is one treatment enough?

Osteoarthritis is chronic, so it needs an ongoing plan rather than a single injection. The plan usually includes follow-up, weight management where relevant, suitable exercise and protection of the joint during heavy work.

Which stage of osteoarthritis is suitable?

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. Imaging and examination are needed to establish your stage.

Does the rainy season in Ogbomoso affect recovery?

Rain is most common from May to October, and those months are also cloudier. The main practical concerns are slippery ground, which is hazardous with a painful joint, and keeping the puncture site clean and dry. Follow the wound care instructions you are given and avoid standing water or swimming until the specialist agrees.

Can I go back to farming, trading or teaching quickly?

It depends on your work and the joint treated. Light duties may resume sooner, while heavy lifting, long kneeling and sports should wait until your specialist approves. Describe your daily work in detail during the consultation so the schedule fits your life.

Does my weight matter?

Extra weight increases the load on the knees and hips, so weight management is often part of osteoarthritis care. The World Health Organization treats overweight and obesity as a major health issue. Your specialist can suggest realistic steps that fit family meals and local food habits.

How do I start the consultation from Ogbomoso?

Write to the coordinators on Telegram or Telegram. They are available around the clock, and the consultation is free and online. Send a short description of your symptoms and any X-ray or MRI reports you have. The specialist will review them and explain the options.

Which questions should I ask the surgeon?

Ask which stage of osteoarthritis I have, whether SVF therapy suits my case, what the follow-up plan is, when I can return to work and sport, what signs mean I should contact the team, and what alternatives exist if treatment is not suitable. Write the questions down before the call.