PRP Injection
The purpose of this study is to assess and compare regenerative injection therapies such as bone marrow aspiration and concentration (BMAC) and platelet rich plasma (PRP) for osteoarthritis.
The overall goal of this study is to develop regenerative cell therapy for use in female patients with aging skin. The primary objective of this proposal is to conduct a pilot study on the efficacy and safety of using platelet rich plasma (PRP) to treat this condition in females.
The purpose of this study is to determine the safety, feasibility, and efficacy of use of Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment in female breast cancer survivors with genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM).
A small amount of blood is drawn and placed in a centrifuge from which the PRP is extracted.The entire process takes less than 15 minutes and increases the concentration of platelets and growth factors by up to 500%.
When PRP is injected into a damaged area it triggers a healing cascade. New collagen begins to develop which eventually causes tightening and strengthening of the tendons or ligaments.
PRP is blood plasma with concentrated platelets that contain huge reservoirs of bioactive proteins, including growth factors that initiate and accelerate tissue repair and regeneration. These proteins initiate connective tissue healing: bone, tendon and ligament regeneration and repair, promote development of new blood vessels, and stimulate the wound healing process.
In addition to return of normal function, patients can see a significant improvement in symptoms, which could eliminate the need for more aggressive treatments such as long term medication or surgery.
PRP injections can be performed in tendons and ligaments all over the body. Various conditions that can be treated include:
- Sports Injuries
- Rotator Cuff Tears
- Tennis/Golfer’s Elbow
- Jumper’s Knee
- Arthritic Joints
- Lumbar Disk Tears
- Achilles Tendonitis
- Plantar Fasciitis
What is Platelet Rich Plasma therapy used for
Athletes commonly use PRP for chronic pain from tendon injuries and joint problems. Used as a safe, non-surgical procedure. Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy utilises platelets from the patients own blood to rebuild a damaged tendon. Other than joint and soft tissue repair PRP therapy is also used for skin rejuvenation and hair loss
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections target damaged cells with concentrated platelets from your own blood. These platelets are used in clotting and tissue healing, and so are used to speed up recovery.
Athletes commonly use PRP for chronic pain from tendon injuries and joint problems. Used as a safe, non-surgical procedure. Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy utilises platelets from the patients own blood to rebuild a damaged tendon. Other than joint and soft tissue repair PRP therapy is also used for skin rejuvenation and hair loss
PRP injections are not painful, however, the discomfort level depends on the part of the body being treated. Injections into the joint are given minimal discomfort. PRP treatment of tendinitis can be given mild discomfort. Injections cosmetically are done following a local anesthetic which to apply to numb the areas being treated.
PRP therapy is regularly used in hair restoration with good outcomes for both men and women. Growth factors in your blood cells do the job of naturally stimulating hair follicles.
Some major medical insurance companies such as Aviva, do cover PRP therapy yes.
We recommend a course of up to 3/4 treatments, 4 weeks apart. Then, maintenance treatments 6-18months.
ACell is a product that has recently been used in combination with PRP, however, there is no clinically proven evidence this has any benefit at all.
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy involves the injection of the patient’s own platelets for skin rejuvenation in the cosmetic treatment of anti-ageing wrinkles or scars in the face, hands, and neck. Platelets are used to stimulate new collagen naturally, through the routes of regenerative medicine.
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is a very popular non-operative treatment that relieves pain by naturally promoting long-lasting healing of musculoskeletal conditions and cosmetic aesthetics.