Joint pain doesn't have to run your life. Surgery isn't the only road.

Depending on the case, physicians may discuss physical therapy, lifestyle and activity adjustments, injection-based approaches, and other conservative measures before considering surgery. Some patients also explore regenerative medicine consultations as part of their research into alternatives to joint replacement.

Which options are appropriate depends on your diagnosis, imaging, medical history, and goals — all reviewed during a consultation with a physician.

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is prepared from a concentration of a patient's own blood platelets. Stem cell–based protocols use cellular preparations that are administered under physician supervision. Both fall under the broader field of regenerative medicine, an area of ongoing clinical research.

Individual results vary, and these approaches are not appropriate for every patient or condition. During your consultation, a physician reviews your case, explains what a given protocol involves, and gives you an honest assessment of candidacy — including telling you if it is not the right fit.

Wherever you seek care, we encourage you to ask any provider:

Who evaluates my case, and what are their credentials? · What exactly is in the preparation being used, and how is it handled? · What safety standards and oversight does the facility operate under? · What does realistic follow-up look like? · What happens if I am not a candidate?

A trustworthy provider welcomes these questions. Our care coordinators walk you through each answer during your consultation, with no pressure to proceed.

Every case is different, so pricing is personalized — you receive a transparent written quote after your free consultation. Patients typically see savings of 50–80% compared to many U.S. procedure costs, and the quote covers care plus the concierge support around it, so there are no surprise add-ons.

Your care takes place in a modern, accredited medical facility operating under Mexico's national health-authority standards, with board-certified physicians directing treatment. Just as important: you're never on your own. Our bilingual team handles border logistics, transportation, and lodging, and stays reachable throughout your visit.

Most patients fly or drive to San Diego; from there, we handle everything — pickup, the ~30-minute trip across the border, lodging, every appointment, and your return. You'll have an itinerary before you leave home and a coordinator's direct number the whole time.

No — and we consider that a feature, not a flaw. A board-certified physician reviews every case first, and if an option isn't appropriate for you, we say so plainly before you commit to anything. The consultation is free either way, and you keep every answer you received.

A care coordinator calls you within one business day — usually the same day if you reach out before 4 pm PT. It's a relaxed conversation about your concerns and goals, and there's no obligation at any point.