Biologic therapies that harness the body's own healing capacity to repair damaged tissue, reduce chronic inflammation, and promote lasting recovery from musculoskeletal injuries.
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PRP therapy uses a concentrated preparation of the patient's own blood platelets, which contain growth factors that stimulate tissue repair and reduce inflammation. A small blood draw is processed in a centrifuge to concentrate the platelets, and the resulting PRP is injected into the injured tissue.
Tendon injuries, ligament sprains, osteoarthritis, muscle tears, and chronic musculoskeletal pain not responding to conventional treatments.
A small blood draw is performed. The sample is spun in a centrifuge for about 10 minutes to concentrate the platelets. The resulting PRP is then injected using ultrasound guidance into the target tissue. The entire process takes 30 to 45 minutes.
Some soreness and swelling at the injection site is expected for a few days. Because PRP stimulates a natural healing response, full benefit may take four to six weeks to develop. Activity is limited for a few days following treatment.