Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)


PRP injections (or Platelet-Rich Plasma) is created from the patient’s own blood cells and is injected to accelerate healing and improve tissue integrity of the joints, ligaments, and soft tissue. Using state of the art equipment, each treatment ensures optimal levels of platelets, growth factors, and proteins for effective results. PRP is an ideal treatment option for many musculoskeletal problems from athletic injuries, joint degeneration, and osteoarthritis.

Available for injuries of the:

  • Knee
  • Shoulder
  • Elbow
  • Wrist & Hands
  • Ankle & Foot
  • Low Back
  • Pelvic Pain

Typical Conditions Treated Include:

  • Knee Injuries Degeneration
  • Shoulder Injuries and Degeneration
  • Low back pain
  • Disc Degeneration
  • Moderate to Severe Joint Degeneration
  • Moderate to Severe Osteoarthritis
  • Partial tendon and ligament tears
  • Chronic Joint Pain

WHAT TO EXPECT DURING YOUR PRP THERAPY APPOINTMENTS

You can expect your platelet-rich plasma therapy visits to be a very comfortable and professional experience. To begin, your blood is drawn and then spun in a centrifuge. This process isolates the platelets, growth factors, and plasma proteins and concentrations of each will be based on individual needs. Local anesthetic is applied to treatment areas for procedure comfort.  After care will be discussed at length during your appointment.

PRP works over a period of 3-6 months.  Pre- and post-procedure protocols are discussed at length to ensure optimal treatment response. 

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