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Arthrosis Treatment in Yenagoa Without Surgery

We treat arthrosis in the knee, hip and other joints with SVF cell therapy and PRP, and review your X-rays or MRI for free to judge 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)?

Osteoarthritis, which doctors also call arthrosis, is a chronic process of cartilage thinning and wearing away inside a joint. The cartilage is there to absorb shock, and as it deteriorates the bones rub together, producing pain, stiffness and reduced mobility. It is degenerative rather than inflammatory, although flares with swelling occur.

  • 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 up to the doctor, after examining you and reviewing your scans, to decide whether the treatment fits

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: flu or a cold, fever, or skin inflammation over 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

After examining the joint and reviewing your X-rays, MRI or ultrasound, the doctor decides whether the procedure suits you. Scans you already have can be sent before the visit.

Blood sample for PRP2

Blood sample for PRP

A small volume of venous blood is collected; from it, platelet-rich plasma with growth factors is prepared later on.

Adipose tissue sample3

Adipose tissue sample

The doctor numbs the area with local anaesthetic and takes about 30 ml of adipose tissue through a puncture on the abdomen or inner thigh; stitches are not required.

Processing in a centrifuge4

Processing in a centrifuge

In a centrifuge the sample separates into layers; the stromal vascular fraction is isolated and combined with the platelet-rich plasma.

Injection into the joint5

Injection into the joint

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

Follow-up6

Follow-up

You need neither crutches nor a hospital stay. The doctor stays in contact afterwards and monitors the joint's response.

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A doctor talks with a patient about joint treatment
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A doctor talks with a patient about joint treatment

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

Your own blood and adipose tissue only; donor and synthetic material are not used

Cell therapy (SVF) from your own adipose tissue

Processing a small portion of your adipose tissue yields the stromal vascular fraction (SVF), a cell mix involved in tissue repair. The doctor combines it with your own plasma and injects it 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

We separate plasma rich in platelets and growth factors from a small blood sample and inject it into the joint. This helps quieten inflammation and supports better conditions for tissue repair.

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

It is often applied in mild osteoarthritis, and alongside SVF when a stronger effect is called for.

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 wearing down, meniscus problems, pain on stairs and after a walk
  • HipHipEarly hip osteoarthritis, groin pain, limited rotation
  • ShoulderShoulderPain as the arm goes up, wear in the joint and surrounding tendons
  • ElbowElbowPain after overuse or sports strain, wear of the joint surfaces
  • Hand and wrist jointsHand and wrist jointsStiffness and aching in the fingers' and wrist's small joints
  • AnkleAnklePain and stiffness after sprains and old injuries

Advantages

Why patients choose City Medical Centre

Your own joint is kept, not replaced — we treat without surgery

Your own tissue

Your own tissue

Your own blood and adipose tissue only; donor and synthetic material are not used

No crutches

No crutches

Punctures instead of incisions, local anaesthetic, no long rehabilitation

Second opinion

Second opinion

An independent assessment from a doctor, free of charge — send your X-rays, MRI or reports

Support after the procedure

Support after the procedure

After the procedure, we keep in touch and watch the result — our work does not end 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 doctor names the cost after the consultation — it depends on the joint, the method and how advanced the osteoarthritis is

FAQ

Joint treatment: frequently asked questions

About the conditions

More about these conditions

Other services of our clinic

Osteoarthritis treatment in Yenagoa: a short guide

Without treatment, osteoarthritis usually progresses: pain becomes constant, movement becomes limited and the joint may deform. Early diagnosis, weight control, exercise and working with a doctor make a real difference for every patient in Yenagoa.

During the first week the joint may ache a little more — this is an expected reaction. Pain usually eases over the first month, and mobility improves over about three months. Patients from Yenagoa go home the same day.

Book a free consultation in Yenagoa to find out whether SVF or PRP could slow your osteoarthritis. The doctor names the price after examining the joint.

Yenagoa and its joints: why osteoarthritis matters here

Yenagoa is the capital of Bayelsa State, in the Niger Delta region of Southern Nigeria. The Local Government Area covers 706 km2 and has an estimated population of 798,466 at 2024. It is a working, busy place where people spend a lot of time on their feet, walking between home, market, church, office and the water's edge. When knees, hips or hands begin to ache, the effect on daily life is felt quickly.

Osteoarthritis is a chronic condition of the joint. Pain usually builds slowly and is often worse after activity. Many residents first put it down to age, to a long working week or to an old injury, and wait months before asking anyone. This text is meant to help people in Yenagoa understand what a structured treatment plan looks like, what questions to prepare, and how a remote consultation with City Medical Centre works from home.

A key point is that osteoarthritis needs an ongoing plan rather than a single injection. That idea shapes everything below: the season you choose, how you organise work and family duties, and what you expect from the first weeks and from the following months.

Climate of the Niger Delta and recovery after treatment

Yenagoa has a swampy setting with mangrove tropical rainforest. The weather is warm and cloudy in the wet season and hot and mostly cloudy in the dry season. The average annual temperature fluctuates between 71 °F and 87 °F, rarely falling below 63 °F or rising over 90 °F. There is little real cold, so the body is always dealing with warmth and humidity.

For recovery this matters in practical ways. Heat and humidity make small wounds sweat and itch, so the puncture area on the abdomen or inner thigh, where a small portion of adipose tissue is taken, should be kept clean and dry and covered as advised by your surgeon. Light, loose cotton clothing is more comfortable than tight synthetic fabric. If swelling around a joint is a concern, ask whether any support or compression garment is suitable for you, and how to wear it in constant warmth.

Humid air can also make stiff joints feel worse on some mornings, and long periods in an enclosed, poorly ventilated room do not help. Gentle movement in the cooler part of the day, drinking enough water and resting in a shaded, airy place are sensible habits. These are general ideas, and your surgeon will give instructions fitted to your own case.

Water, mud and the river: everyday exposure to think about

Life in a delta city is close to water. Rivers, creeks, flooded paths in heavy rain and wet ground are part of everyday routine for many families. After any procedure that involves a puncture, the skin needs protection while it closes, so contact with river water, standing water, swimming pools and the sea should be discussed with the surgeon before you decide on a date. Follow the guidance you receive on when water activities may be resumed.

In the rainy months, wet and slippery surfaces are also a real concern for anyone with a painful knee or hip. A fall can set back the plan. Sturdy footwear with a good grip, a walking stick if it is advised, and avoiding uneven ground in the first weeks are simple measures that fit local conditions.

Mosquitoes and insects are common in a mangrove setting, and scratching a healing puncture area is best avoided. Ask your coordinator and surgeon how to protect the area in your own home, including whether a light dressing should be kept in place.

What osteoarthritis is, and how it differs from other arthritis

Patients in Yenagoa often 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 wear-related, chronic condition, and its pattern is often different: pain that increases with load and eases with rest, particularly in the early period. Because the two groups of conditions are treated differently, a correct diagnosis comes first. If you have a hot, red, swollen joint, pain at night or long morning stiffness, say so clearly during the consultation. These signs may point to an inflammatory or infectious cause that must be checked before any regenerative approach is considered.

Guidance such as the NICE guideline Osteoarthritis in over 16s: diagnosis and management (NG226) stresses assessment, information and an individual management plan. It is a reasonable reference point for the questions you bring to your surgeon.

What the procedure involves

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 then processed for use in the treatment plan that your surgeon will describe to you in detail.

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. This distinction is central: SVF therapy is not a substitute for surgery when the joint is already badly damaged, and an honest assessment of your stage is more useful than hope.

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. Plan for gradual change, not an overnight difference, and keep in mind that continued care, sensible weight management and exercise remain part of the plan.

Weight, work and daily load on the joints

Body weight influences how much load passes through the knees and hips. The World Health Organization provides general information on overweight and obesity, and it is a useful read for anyone building a long-term joint plan. In Yenagoa, where meals often centre on fish, starchy staples and rich soups, small steady changes in portions and cooking methods can help without removing the foods people enjoy at family tables.

Work matters as much as food. Market traders, civil servants, teachers, drivers, boat operators and people in the service sectors all load their joints differently. Standing all day, climbing in and out of boats or vehicles, and carrying heavy goods each affect recovery. Before treatment, think through which tasks you can reduce or share for the first weeks.

Talk with your employer or family early. A short, planned adjustment in duties is far easier than a sudden absence. Ask the surgeon when light desk work, standing work and physical work can reasonably be resumed in your situation.

Choosing a season and planning around city life

Yenagoa has no cold season to avoid, so the choice is mostly between the warm, cloudy wet season and the hot, mostly cloudy dry season. In the wet season, wet ground raises the risk of slipping and keeping dressings dry is harder. In the dry season, heat can make rest less comfortable and sweating more of a problem. Neither is wrong; what matters is a quiet period in your calendar.

Think about family events, church gatherings, community celebrations and work deadlines. Long standing, dancing and carrying dishes are exactly the activities that should wait during the early weeks. Football is an important part of local life, with Bayelsa United and Bayelsa Queens known in the city, and watching a match in a crowded stand is a different demand from playing. Ask the surgeon when sport and crowded events are sensible for you.

Plan for help at home for the first days: someone to shop, cook and run errands. Organise a comfortable chair, a clear path through the house and a place to rest your leg or arm in the shade.

Returning to work, exercise and sport

Return to normal activity should be gradual and guided by your surgeon. Because osteoarthritis is chronic, exercise is part of the treatment, not only a reward after it. Walking on flat ground, gentle range-of-motion exercises and strengthening of the muscles around the joint are common elements of an ongoing plan, and your surgeon or physiotherapist can tell you what suits your stage.

Avoid testing the joint too early. Feeling better after 2–3 weeks can tempt people to return to heavy labour or football with friends, but the stable result forms over about six months. Respect that timeline and build up load slowly.

If pain increases, the joint becomes hot, red or swollen, or the puncture area looks inflamed, contact your coordinator promptly. Coordinators are available around the clock (24/7) on Telegram and Telegram, and you can send a photograph and a short description from home.

How the remote consultation works from Yenagoa

The first consultation with City Medical Centre is free and takes place online, from your own city. You contact the coordinators on Telegram or Telegram at any hour, since they are available 24/7. You describe your symptoms, send available reports, scans or X-rays, and list your medications and previous treatments.

A specialist reviews the material and explains what is realistic for your stage, whether SVF therapy may be considered, or whether surgery is more likely to be needed. You can ask about the procedure, recovery, compression, activity and how the follow-up plan will be organised remotely.

Prepare in advance: when the pain started, which joint is affected, what makes it worse, whether you have morning stiffness, night pain, swelling, redness or warmth, and any history of gout, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis or infection. Clear answers make the consultation more useful.

Questions to ask the surgeon, and who may not be a candidate

Useful questions include: What stage is my osteoarthritis? Is my case suitable for SVF therapy or is surgery more realistic? What happens during the procedure and how is the puncture area cared for in a warm, humid climate? When can I return to work, walking and sport? What should I do about my weight and my usual medications? How will follow-up be arranged?

Some people are not suitable candidates. Active infection, an inflammatory arthritis that is not yet diagnosed or controlled, and joints already at a late stage usually call for a different approach. Other health conditions, medicines and previous surgeries also matter. Be honest about your full medical history so that the plan is safe.

Finally, ask what you will need to do yourself. A good plan includes exercise, weight care, protection of the joint and regular review. A single procedure on its own is not a full answer to a chronic condition.

Is the online consultation really free for people in Yenagoa?

Yes. The first online consultation is free. You write to the coordinators on Telegram or Telegram from home, and they are available around the clock (24/7).

What is the difference between arthritis and osteoarthritis?

Arthritis is an inflammatory disease of the joints, with pain at rest and at night, morning stiffness lasting more than 30 minutes, swelling, redness and warmth over the joint. Causes include rheumatoid arthritis, infections, gout and psoriasis. Osteoarthritis is a chronic wear-related condition that needs an ongoing plan.

How is the tissue 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.

When will I notice any change?

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.

Will one treatment solve osteoarthritis?

No. Osteoarthritis is chronic, so it needs an ongoing plan rather than a single injection. Exercise, weight care and regular review remain important.

Is SVF therapy suitable at every stage?

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 does the heat and humidity of Yenagoa affect healing?

Warm, humid weather can cause sweating and itching around the puncture area. Keep it clean, dry and protected, wear light loose clothing, and ask your surgeon how to manage dressings and any compression garment.

Can I go into river water or a pool afterwards?

Water contact should wait until the surgeon confirms the puncture area is ready. Because water is part of daily life in the Niger Delta, ask for clear instructions about rivers, pools and the sea before choosing a date.

Which season is better for treatment?

There is no cold season in Yenagoa, so choose a calm period in your calendar. The wet season brings slippery ground and damp conditions, while the dry season is hot. Your surgeon can advise on your case.

What should I send before the consultation?

Send scans, X-rays and reports if you have them, a list of medicines, and notes on which joint hurts, when it began, and whether you have night pain, long morning stiffness, swelling, redness or warmth.