
PRP vs Cortisone Injections: What the Evidence Actually Shows
Cortisone injections are among the most commonly administered treatments in orthopaedics. PRP is increasingly being offered as an alternative. This article compares the two approaches.

Orthobiologic treatments that work with your body - not against it
Chronic joint pain, tendon injuries and age-related degeneration don't always require surgery. At CellOrtho, we use advanced orthobiologic treatments - including PRP therapy, cell-free signalling and cellular therapy - to support the body's natural ability to heal and recover.
Our approach is designed for patients who want to avoid surgery, reduce recovery time and address the underlying causes of pain - not just the symptoms.
Our treatments include:
CellOrtho treats patients with a wide range of orthopaedic and musculoskeletal conditions. Many of our patients have been told surgery may be their only option - we offer a second opinion and an evidence-based non-surgical pathway.
We commonly treat:
Our patients come from across Europe - the UK, Scandinavia, Germany, the Netherlands, Ireland and Spain - seeking expert orthopaedic care in Marbella.

Professional BJJ Athlete
"As a professional athlete, I needed a solution that wouldn't take me off the mats. Cellortho's regenerative approach was exactly what I was looking for."

Entrepreneur & Single Handicap Golfer
"As an entrepreneur, I can't afford weeks of downtime. I chose Cellortho because the treatment approach was minimally invasive and backed by science."

K1 World Champion · 2x European Champion · 5x National Champion
"As a combat sports athlete, my body takes a beating. Cellortho's regenerative treatment for my elbow and neck helped me recover without surgery."

CellOrtho operates from Skin Medical Clinic in Nueva Andalucía, Marbella - a modern, fully equipped medical facility that meets the highest standards of clinical care and patient safety.
We are conveniently located in Marbella and are easily accessible for patients travelling from across Spain and Europe. Many of our patients combine treatment with a stay in the Costa del Sol - one of Europe's most popular destinations for private medical care.
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Cortisone injections are among the most commonly administered treatments in orthopaedics. PRP is increasingly being offered as an alternative. This article compares the two approaches.

Knee replacement is one of the most commonly performed orthopaedic procedures in Europe, but it is not the only option for patients with knee osteoarthritis or chronic knee pain.

PRP therapy has become one of the most studied non-surgical treatments for knee osteoarthritis. Here is what the clinical evidence actually shows about its effectiveness, how it compares to cortisone, and who it is most likely to help.
Alongside our regenerative orthopaedic treatments, CellOrtho offers personalised health optimisation consultations, a data-driven service designed to improve energy, recovery, performance and long-term wellbeing through comprehensive biomarker blood testing and individually tailored protocols.
Led by Dr. Arvin Yarollahi, specialist in longevity and regenerative medicine, each consultation includes a full biomarker blood panel, a one-to-one results review, and a personalised protocol covering supplement guidance and lifestyle recommendations, grounded in your individual biology, not generic advice.
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Dr. Yarollahi has treated patients from across Europe with orthopaedic and musculoskeletal conditions using regenerative and non-surgical methods.
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