Stem cell therapy is particularly suitable for patients with osteoarthritis or chronic joint pain. If you suffer from pain that limits your quality of life and have tried alternative treatment methods, this therapy could be a promising solution.

Since we are a private practice and, unfortunately, are not contracted with any health insurance plans, if you have public health insurance, you can only receive treatment from us on a self-pay basis.

Stem cell therapyis generallywell tolerated. Since the procedure at the ROC is minimally invasive and performed under local anesthesia, pain during the procedure is usually minimal.

Depending on the procedure (e.g., extraction fromblood, abdominal fat, or ear cartilage), you may experience abrief sensation of pressureor mild discomfort at the site of extraction. Even after the injection into the affected joint, temporary reactions such asmild pain, a feeling of tightness, or swellingmay occur. These symptoms usually subside after a short time.

The severity of the discomfort depends, among other things, on the area being treated, the extraction method, and your individual pain tolerance. During a personal consultation, we will determine which procedure is the gentlest option for you.

Thecost of stem cell therapydepends primarily onthe source of the cellsandthe number of joints being treated.

The following guidelines currently apply at ROC Aschheim: See the cost overview

Actual costs may vary depending on the diagnosis, the scope of treatment, and your individual treatment plan. You will typically receive a clear breakdown of costs following your examination and consultation.

Instem cell therapy,the patient’s own cellsare harvested, processed, and theninjected directly into the affected joint. The goal is to support regenerative processes and have a positive effect on the joint tissue.

Procedure:

1. 
   Examination and Diagnosis First, we will determine whether stem cell therapy is appropriate for your condition (e.g., osteoarthritis or chronic joint pain).
   
2. Isolation of the cells
   At ROC, extraction is carried out using one of the following methods, depending on the process:
   • Abdominal fat (SVF)
   • Blood (Miracell®)
   • Ear cartilage (AMT)
     
3. Cell Processing
   The harvested cells are counted, tested for viability, and prepared for injection in our in-house laboratory.
   
4. Injection into the affected joint
   The cells are introduced into the joint to be treated using a minimally invasive technique, where they can, among other things, releaseanti-inflammatory signaling moleculesand support regenerative processes.

We provide this treatmenton an outpatient basis; it is designed to help relieve symptoms and improve joint function.

In the field of orthopedics,stem cell therapyis primarily used to treatdegenerative and chronic conditions of the musculoskeletal system—especially when a regenerative, joint-preserving treatment is desired.

Typical applications include, for example:

• Osteoarthritis(e.g., knee, hip, shoulder, thumb base joint)
• Chronic joint pain
• Cartilage damage
• Irritation and discomfort associated with jointdegeneration

Whether stem cell therapy is appropriate depends not only on the diagnosis, but also onthe stage of the disease, the condition of the joints, and the individual symptoms. For this reason, amedical examination and determination of the appropriate treatmentare always necessary.