Minimally Manipulated Fat Therapy
Use your own minimally processed fat-derived regenerative tissue as part of a personalized orthopedic and recovery-focused treatment plan.
Schedule Your ConsultationWhat Is Minimally Manipulated Fat Therapy?
Minimally Manipulated Fat Therapy is a physician-guided regenerative procedure that uses a small amount of your own fat tissue, processed in a limited way and then reapplied as part of an orthopedic or tissue-repair protocol. At Glory Regenerative Center, this therapy is positioned for patients who may benefit from autologous fat-derived regenerative support without relying on outdated public-facing terminology. It is considered when a patient needs a stronger biologic strategy for joints, tendons, ligaments, or degenerative orthopedic concerns.
Benefits
- Uses your own tissue — autologous and physician guided
- Supports orthopedic and soft-tissue regenerative planning
- Can be considered for osteoarthritis, tendon injuries, ligament tears, and cartilage concerns
- Non-surgical alternative to joint replacement
- Outpatient procedure with same-day treatment
- Fits within a broader personalized regenerative strategy
- Minimal risk compared to more invasive interventions
- Can be combined with PRP for enhanced regeneration
Who Is a Good Candidate?
Minimally manipulated fat therapy may be appropriate for patients with osteoarthritis, tendon injuries, ligament tears, cartilage damage, chronic joint pain, and degenerative joint conditions who are seeking alternatives to surgery or joint replacement. Patients must have adequate tissue for a small harvest procedure.
How It Works
Comprehensive Evaluation
Dr. Ikudayisi evaluates your condition, reviews imaging, and determines whether minimally manipulated fat therapy is an appropriate regenerative option for your needs.
Fat Tissue Harvest
A small amount of fat is extracted through a mini-liposuction procedure, typically from the abdomen or flanks, using local anesthesia in our outpatient clinic.
Stem Cell Processing
The harvested tissue is processed in a limited, clinically appropriate way so it can be prepared for your treatment protocol.
Targeted Injection
The prepared regenerative tissue is applied to the damaged joint, tendon, or ligament where it can support the local healing environment and your broader recovery plan.
What to Expect
The entire procedure is performed in a single outpatient visit. A small tissue harvest is performed under local anesthesia, followed by preparation and treatment application the same day. Total appointment time is typically a few hours. You may experience mild discomfort at both the harvest and treatment sites for a few days. Most patients return to light activities within a short period, with regenerative progress developing over the following weeks and months.
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8019 N. Himes Ave., Suite 200
Tampa, FL 33614
1818 Harden Blvd., Suite 110
Lakeland, FL 33803
5622 Marine Parkway, Suite 8
New Port Richey, FL 34652
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Schedule a consultation to learn whether this autologous regenerative approach fits your orthopedic or recovery goals.