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PRP stands for Platelet Rich Plasma and is basically a form of concentrated blood platelets. The concentrated platelets contain huge reservoirs of bioactive proteins, including growth factors that are vital to ...

To prepare PRP a small amount of blood is taken from the patient. The blood is then placed in a special centrifuge where it spins for about 15 minutes. The centrifuge ...

Once the PRP has been injected into the damaged tissue it causes mild inflammation that triggers the healing cascade. As a result new collagen begins to develop. As this collagen matures ...

Patients can see a significant improvement in symptoms. This may eliminate the need for more aggressive treatments such as long term medication or surgery as well as a remarkable return of ...

Patients interested in PRP treatment should avoid the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) for a minimum of two weeks prior to the procedure and 4 weeks after. Similarly, PRP treatment ...

PRP injections can be performed in tendons and ligaments all over the body. Common problems include: tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, rotator cuff tendinitis, patellar tendinitis, quadriceps Achilles tendinitis, and plantar fasciitis. ...

While responses to treatment vary, most people feel improvement after 1 PRP treatment. Some people may require up to 4 treatments. Each treatment is spaced about 4-6 weeks apart and there ...

Initially the procedure may cause some localized soreness and discomfort. There may be a bruise at the treatment area. Most patients only require extra-strength Tylenol for pain control.

PRP treatment helps regenerate tendons and injured tissue. It is not a quick fix. The treatment stimulates the growth and healing of injured tissues and your doctor will give you instructions ...

Most insurance plans cover the majority of the cost associated with the procedure. The patient is responsible for a small supply charge. Please contact our office for details.