Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy

PRP stands for Platelet Rich Plasma. It is obtained by taking a small amount of your own blood, spinning it down in a centrifuge and using a special collection system to harvest the suspended platelets.

These platelets contain up to a 10x concentration of the naturally occurring growth factors found in normal human blood. These growth factors can help promote the healing of tendons and muscles and may help patients heal faster from certain injuries. PRP can help to relieve symptoms of ailments such as tennis elbow and plantar fasciitis.

It has also been shown to re-grow tendons fibers and actually rebuild damaged tendons and muscles.

Why should I consider PRP treatment?

If you have a tendon or ligament injury that has not responded to traditional treatments, then a PRP injection could be the answer. The procedure is less aggressive than surgery and has been shown to heal tissue using the bodies natural repair processes.

What should I expect during treatment?

PRP therapy includes the injection of the collected PRP into the problem area. This can be done in an office setting and the patient can return home the same day. The actual office visit for the injection will typically take about an hour.

Some patients may require multiple injections however most patients require only one injection to feel relief of symptoms and start the healing process.

How soon can I get back to normal activity?

PRP therapy helps regenerate tendons and ligaments but does not accomplish this immediately. Each person responds differently to PRP and the associated rehabilitation. The timeframe for resuming your normal activities will be determined during your follow-up appointments.

All strenuous lifting and exercise must be avoided for at least several days after the injection.

Is PRP safe?

Clinical Research has shown that PRP is safe and there is a minimal risk for any adverse reaction or complication. Because PRP is
produced from your own blood, there is no concern for rejection or disease transmission.

Does insurance cover PRP?

No, insurance companies do not currently cover PRP treatments. This treatment is available for a reasonable cost that can be discussed during your initial consultation.

Please call or use our form to setup an evaluation to determine whether you're a good candidate for the treatment.

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