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ARK® — Concentrate from Your Own Blood and Fat Tissue

ARK® is an autologous regenerative concentrate obtained from the patient's venous blood and/or adipose tissue immediately before the intervention. ARK® is applied when indicated and is part of the MIBRAR® protocol.

What is ARK® and Why is it Needed

ARK® is created from the patient's own tissues and is used to support regenerative processes. Depending on the diagnosis and treatment goals, the doctor may recommend one fraction or a combination of fractions — this helps to more precisely select the biological component for the clinical situation.

Your own biological material
(autologous)
Obtained before the procedure
and applied immediately
Individual selection
determined by the doctor

AHF® and ALF® — Two Fractions of ARK®

AHF® (from venous blood — CGF method)

AHF® is obtained by mechanical separation of venous blood using the CGF method (Concentrated Growth Factors). Contains plasma enriched with growth factors, anti-inflammatory factors and CD34+ stem cells. Separation is performed on Medifuge MF 200 equipment with disposable kits.

ALF® (from adipose tissue — Lipogems® method)

ALF® is obtained using the Lipogems® method — lipogenic separation of subcutaneous fat. Contains pluripotent mesenchymal stem cells with high differentiation potential. The concentration of beneficial cells in adipose tissue is 500–1,000 times higher than in bone marrow.

AHF® + ALF® Combination

The combined option is used when it is advisable to combine the properties of both fractions. The specific scheme is chosen by the doctor after diagnosis.

Why It Matters How ARK® is Obtained

The same name "plasma/concentrate" does not mean the same methodology and the same result. In the ARK® protocol, standards of obtaining and application are important because they directly affect material quality and safety.

What is done in the MIBRAR® protocol

  • Only autologous material from the patient is used
  • Mechanical separation is applied (no chemical additives)
  • Specialized systems for therapeutic use are employed
  • ARK® is applied immediately after obtaining, fresh
  • The regenerative process is initiated in the body (in vivo)

What is not applied

  • Advance preparation, storage, freezing, preservation
  • Cell multiplication outside the body (in vitro) before application
  • Use of laboratory centrifuges for analytical tests

Why ARK® is Not "Injection for Injection's Sake"

ARK® is a powerful biological component, but its role is revealed precisely as part of the technology. In MIBRAR®, precise impact in the pathology zone and conditions created by specialized micro-invasive technique are important.

If everything is reduced to "just an injection," more often only short-term relief is achieved, not tissue structure restoration. Therefore, the doctor considers ARK® as part of a complete protocol, not as a standalone "universal procedure."

Injection by itself

→ more often symptomatic effect

MIBRAR® System

→ conditions for regenerative reconstruction (when indicated)

Safety and Limitations

Since ARK® is obtained from the patient's own tissues, the probability of reactions associated with foreign substances is usually reduced. However, any medical procedure has limitations and potential risks — they can only be correctly assessed after diagnosis and in-person consultation.

In short: safety is not only "what is injected," but also how it is performed, who it is performed on, and which protocol is chosen.

Myths About ARK®

Myth 1: "It's the same as PRP/plasma"

Not always. Methods of obtaining, application standards, and clinical goals differ. In the MIBRAR® protocol, ARK® is part of a system, not a "standalone injection."

Myth 2: "You can prepare it in advance and store it"

No. ARK® is applied fresh, immediately after obtaining.

Myth 3: "If the material is your own — it's suitable for everyone"

No. The decision depends on the diagnosis, stage, contraindications, and treatment goal.

Myth 4: "Just inject it — and the tissue will recover"

Structure restoration requires properly created conditions in the pathology zone. Therefore, ARK® is not used "in isolation" from the protocol.

Myth 5: "This is a guaranteed result"

There are no guarantees in medicine. The effect depends on many factors — from diagnosis to following recommendations.

What to Bring (or Send in Advance)

  • Examination results: MRI/CT/X-ray/Ultrasound (what's available)
  • Medical records and doctor's reports
  • List of medications taken
  • Briefly: when it started, what worsens/improves it, what has already been tried

5 Questions Worth Asking During Consultation

  1. Is ARK® needed in my case, and if so — which fraction: AHF®, ALF®, or combination?
  2. What is the protocol's goal: reduce inflammation/pain, improve function, or stimulate tissue reconstruction?
  3. Which factors in my diagnosis most affect the prognosis?
  4. What will the recovery plan look like: regimen, loads, physiotherapy, follow-up?
  5. What are the alternatives, and why do you recommend this particular option?

Frequently Asked Questions About ARK®

Is ARK® "stem cells"?

ARK® is an autologous regenerative concentrate obtained from blood and/or adipose tissue. In everyday speech, patients often call this "stem cells," but more correctly — concentrate of own regenerative components.

Is it painful to obtain ARK®?

Sensations depend on the method and material collection zone. During the consultation, the doctor will explain how this happens in your case.

Can ARK® be prepared in advance and stored?

No. ARK® is applied fresh, immediately after obtaining.

Why can't the protocol be replaced with "regular plasma/injection"?

Because ARK® in MIBRAR® is considered part of a system: technique, precision of impact, and conditions for recovery are all important.

Are AHF® and ALF® always used together?

No. The option is chosen individually — based on diagnosis and treatment goal.

What does the result depend on?

On the initial tissue condition, diagnosis, selected protocol, and adherence to recommendations during the recovery period.

Want to Understand if ARK® is Right for Your Case?

During the consultation, the doctor will assess the diagnosis and offer a rational protocol: whether biological support is needed, which ARK® option is appropriate, and what the recovery plan will be.

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