Platelet-Rich Plasma

In recent years, medical professionals have uncovered the body’s innate ability to heal itself. Platelet-Rich plasma (PRP) therapy represents a breakthrough in regenerative medicine, tapping into these natural healing mechanisms by harnessing the body’s own growth factors to accelerate tissue repair.

PRP therapy involves injecting a concentrated solution of a patient’s own platelets to expedite the healing of injured tendons, ligaments, muscles, and joints. By utilizing each individual’s healing system, PRP injections offer a personalized approach to addressing musculoskeletal issues.

To prepare PRP injections, a small amount of the patient’s blood is drawn and centrifuged to isolate and concentrate the platelets. These activated platelets are then directly injected into the affected tissue, releasing growth factors that stimulate the production of reparative cells. In some cases, ultrasound imaging is employed to precisely guide the injection.

Studies have shown that PRP therapy significantly accelerates the healing process, leading to improved function and reduced pain. Notably, PRP injections offer several advantages, including the potential to reduce the reliance on anti-inflammatory drugs or stronger medications like opioids. Moreover, due to their autologous nature (derived from the patient’s own blood), PRP injections carry minimal risk of side effects as the body does not reject or react adversely to them.