Common uses
Joints and tendons
This is where we use ACP most often.
Treatment method · ACP
ACP – autologous blood therapy in Aachen-Laurensberg.
ACP (autologous conditioned plasma) is a therapy using your own blood. From a small blood sample we prepare a plasma with concentrated platelets, which is injected into the affected area. We use it for complaints of the joints, tendons and muscles.
In short
ACP uses your body’s own material: blood draw, preparation and injection take place during the same appointment. We set the number and interval of treatments individually. ACP is a self-pay service (IGeL) and is not covered by German statutory health insurance.
The complaints
What we use ACP for
ACP is a treatment method, not a condition. Here you can see which complaints it may be considered for.
Which complaints can ACP be used for?
Other uses
Muscles, ligaments and back
ACP may also be an option here in individual cases after medical advice.
The method
How we work
What ACP is, how the treatment works and what you should know about the costs.
The method
What is ACP?
ACP stands for autologous conditioned plasma. “Autologous” means it comes from you. We draw a small amount of blood and prepare it in the practice using a closed double-syringe system. This produces a plasma in which platelets are concentrated. We then inject this plasma into the affected area.
ACP is one of the PRP methods (platelet-rich plasma). Because only your own blood is used, no foreign substances are injected.
Planned individually
Whether ACP is an option for you is decided in a personal consultation after examination and diagnostics. The response to treatment varies from person to person. We decide the number and interval of treatments together with you. ACP does not replace other measures but can complement them, such as exercise, physiotherapy or other conservative treatment.
Information in a personal consultation
We discuss suitability, procedure and possible risks in detail with you in a personal consultation before treatment.
Treatment process
What an ACP treatment involves.
Consultation
Examination, diagnostics and medical advice on whether ACP is suitable for you.
Blood draw
We draw a small amount of blood from a vein in your arm.
Preparation
The blood is prepared in the practice, producing a plasma with concentrated platelets.
Injection
We inject the plasma into the affected area.
Who pays? ACP is a self-pay service (IGeL) and is not covered by German statutory health insurance. We will inform you about the costs before treatment in a personal consultation.
Last updated: October 2026 · Medically responsible: Dr med. Andreas Kochs and Dr med. Henrik Rode. This information does not replace a medical examination.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about ACP.
What does ACP mean?
ACP stands for autologous conditioned plasma. It is a therapy using your own blood: a plasma with concentrated platelets is prepared from a small blood sample and injected into the affected area.
Is ACP the same as PRP?
ACP is one of the PRP methods (platelet-rich plasma). The term ACP refers to the method used to prepare the plasma from your own blood.
Is ACP covered by health insurance?
No. We offer ACP as a self-pay service (IGeL); it is not covered by German statutory health insurance.
How many treatments are needed?
The number and interval of treatments are set individually.
Does ACP work for everyone?
The response to treatment varies from person to person. Whether ACP is an option for you is discussed in a personal consultation after the examination.
Are foreign substances injected?
No. The plasma comes from your own blood, which is drawn and prepared during the same appointment.
Who performs the treatment?
The treatment is carried out by the doctors of the practice, Dr Andreas Kochs and Dr Henrik Rode.
Book an appointment
We will advise you personally.
Book your appointment online via Doctolib or call us during consulting hours.