Clear answers, before you ask.

Regenerative medicine uses the body's own repair signals to support the healing of tissue. SELVA works principally with regenerative signaling therapies that carry repair instructions between cells and, for joint treatment, a carefully prepared cellular therapy. Rather than masking symptoms, these therapies aim to support the body's own capacity to restore itself.

Every SELVA protocol is performed by qualified physicians, in a dedicated, licensed clinic. Every patient undergoes a mandatory medical evaluation, and certain conditions mean a protocol will not be offered. As with any medical procedure, regenerative therapies carry some risk; these are discussed openly with you beforehand. Careful screening is precisely how we protect your safety.

Benefits depend on the protocol and the person. They may include more energy, reduced inflammation, improved joint comfort and mobility, better recovery, skin renewal, or respiratory capacity. Responses vary from person to person, and we will set realistic expectations with you, and your patient coordinator stays in contact through the months that follow.

No. Regenerative therapies of this kind are not approved by the United States FDA, and several are still considered investigational. SELVA operates in Costa Rica, as a licensed medical facility, with all care provided by licensed Costa Rican physicians. We believe in stating this plainly, and we encourage you to discuss any treatment with your own physician.

A good candidate is generally an adult in reasonable health, with a specific goal or condition that one of our protocols addresses, who is able to travel for a short stay. Some conditions — including active cancer, pregnancy, active infection and others — mean a protocol is not appropriate. The only way to know is the medical evaluation, and we will always tell you clearly.

Results vary from one person to another. Some patients notice change within days, others over weeks or months, and a minority respond less than they hoped. SELVA does not promise specific results, exact timelines, or cures. What we do promise is a complete protocol, continuous physician presence during your treatment, and a dedicated patient coordinator who stays with you through the months that follow.

Most protocols are completed in two to three days; some in a single day. Patients usually plan a short trip around that, and our team helps coordinate hotels and transport so the stay is simple and restful.

Pricing depends on which protocol genuinely fits you, so we discuss it during your complimentary consultation — once we understand your goals and confirm the right program. This keeps the conversation about the right treatment for you, rather than a number out of context.

Yes. SELVA's team helps coordinate your stay — recommending hotels near the clinic and arranging private transport between the airport, your hotel and the clinic for guests in the Sabana area. A concierge service can arrange the rest of your time in Costa Rica, from dining to nature experiences.

Yes. The information you share is handled with discretion and protected under Costa Rica's Personal Data Protection Law (Ley 8968). It is used only to respond to your request and to coordinate your care.

Complete the short consultation form on our Contact page. Your patient coordinator reviews every request personally and responds within one business day to arrange your complimentary consultation. There is no cost and no obligation — it is simply the right place to begin.