Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy
What is Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)?
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is an advanced, minimally invasive treatment that harnesses the body's natural healing power to accelerate tissue repair and reduce pain. PRP involves using a concentrated sample of your blood, which is rich in platelets and growth factors essential for healing. The plasma is injected directly into the injured or painful area to promote regeneration and repair of damaged tissues.
Conditions Treated
• Osteoarthritis (joint pain and degeneration, particularly in the knees, hips, shoulders, and spine)• Tendinitis and Tendon Injuries (e.g., tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, Achilles tendinopathy, rotator cuff injuries)• Ligament Sprains and Tears (e.g., knee, ankle, or elbow ligament injuries)• Muscle Injuries (e.g., muscle strains or tears)• Cartilage Damage (joint cartilage repair)• Chronic Pain (persistent pain in muscles, joints, or soft tissues)• Plantar Fasciitis (heel pain and inflammation)• Patellar Tendinopathy (knee tendon injuries)• Bursitis (inflammation of the bursae in joints)• Arthritis (joint inflammation beyond osteoarthritis)• Back Pain (including disc injuries and spinal facet joint pain)
Benefits of PRP Therapy
• Accelerates Tissue Repair: PRP helps repair damaged tissue more quickly by stimulating cell regeneration and collagen production.• Pain Relief: PRP helps decrease inflammation in affected areas, which can lead to pain relief and improved function.• Safe: PRP uses your blood, so there’s a low risk of allergic reactions or infection.• Promotes Natural Healing: PRP uses the body’s healing properties, making it a safe and natural treatment option. • Long-Term Results: Many patients experience long-term relief from pain, with improved mobility and function after treatment.• Non-surgical: Our services are minimally invasive, requiring no major surgery, and have a shorter recovery time than traditional surgery.
How does the Treatment Work?
• The treatment is performed in a medical office and typically takes 30 minutes to an hour.• A blood draw, which usually takes less than 10 minutes.• The preparation of the blood draw takes about 15-20 minutes.• The injection of PRP into the affected area may cause minor discomfort but is generally well-tolerated.• Afterward, you may be asked to rest after the treated area and avoid strenuous activities for a short period.
What to Expect After Treatment?
  • • Mild Discomfort: Expect soreness or tenderness at injection areas.
  • • Swelling and Bruising: Minor swelling and bruising of the treated areas are shared and typically resolve within a few days.
  • • Fatigue: Some patients may experience mild fatigue in the first few days after the procedure.
  • • Activity Restrictions: To allow healing, avoid strenuous activities, heavy lifting, or high-impact exercises for 1-2 weeks.
  • • Gradual Improvement: Expect gradual pain reduction and increased mobility over the next few weeks to months.
  • • Ongoing Healing: Full benefits may take several weeks to months as the body regenerates tissues and repairs damage.