Everything You Need to Know About Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections serve as a popular solution for a variety of conditions ranging from sports injuries to hair loss. This treatment involves using the patient's own blood to accelerate a safe healing process. Similarly to Stem Cell Therapy, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections can also be helpful for a variety of conditions such as tendinitis and arthritis, but are reserved for less serious injuries or needs.

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After creating platelet-rich plasma from a patient’s blood sample, that solution is injected into the target area, such as an injured knee or a tendon. The idea is to increase the concentration of specific bioproteins or hormones, called growth factors, in a specific area to accelerate the healing process.

Uses for this method include:

• tendon, ligament, muscle and joint injuries
• post-surgical healing
• hair loss
• skin rejuvenation

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The injections should take bout 30-40 minutes of your time, and involve drawing blood from a vein, and after isolating and concentrating the platelets in a small amount of plasma, the solution is injected into your damaged tissues. The benefits of PRP injections may take between four and six weeks to be noticeable. The injection will continue to aid in further healing even months after being done.

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Conclusion

Some of the key advantages of PRP injections are that they can reduce the need for anti-inflammatories or stronger medications like opioids. In addition, the side effects of PRP injections are very limited because, since the injections are created from your own blood, your body will not reject or react negatively to them.

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We at American Pain and Wellness Centers have had an excellent experience in treating our patients with services like this one, but we recommend you always consult with certified professionals before taking part in any procedures like the one mentioned in this article. Book a call with one of our seasoned professionals find out whether or not this service would be a good fit for your personal needs.