What Is Platelet Rich Plasma?
PRP is a concentrated form of your own blood that is used to treat a variety of musculoskeletal disorders involving muscles, tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and joints.
The platelets in the PRP release robust growth factors that encourage brisk healing.
What Does PRP Treat And What Are Potential Benefits?
At Inertia Medical, PRP is being used to treat:
- Tendonitis
- Muscle, tendon, and ligament tears
- Joint problems
- And other causes of pain and dysfunction
Potential benefits of PRP include:
- Reduced Pain
- Tissue Repair
- Tissue Regeneration
- Improved Function
- Improved Range of Motion
- Faster Healing
The Platelet Rich Plamsa Procedure
- A simple blood draw is performed to collect your blood
- The blood is spun in a special centrifuge to separate and concentrate the platelets
- The platelets are then taken out of the sample and injected back into the site of injury or pain under ultrasound guidance
Common Questions and Answers
What conditions are commonly treated?
- Arthritis, joint pain, tendonitis, tendon tears, ligament problems, and more
What ages can be treated?
- PRP can be used to treat patients of any age
How can I be sure that the PRP is delivered to the correct location?
- Ultrasound guidance is used to insure accurate delivery of the treatment
How long does the treatment take?
- Treatment times can vary but most can expect to spend less than an hour in their visit.
How Much does PRP cost?
- PRP treatments often cost between $500 and $1200. At Inertia Medical, the cost of PRP is $499.
Platelet Rich Plasma Science
Platelet Rich Plasma represents an exciting area of regenerative medicine. There have been many studies on PRP and we can expect to see many more. We encourage you to read about this potential treatment option.
If you would like to learn more, you may set up a consultation at Inertia Medical by calling (513) 570-4464.
- Influence of platelet-rich plasma on chondrogenic differentiation and proliferation of chondrocytes and mesenchymal stem cells.
- Platelet-released growth factors enhance the secretion of hyaluronic acid and induce hepatocyte growth factor production by synovial fibroblasts from arthritic patients.
- Platelet-rich plasma enhances the initial mobilization of circulation-derived cells for tendon healing.
- Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections as an effective treatment for early osteoarthritis.
- Leucocyte-Rich Platelet-Rich Plasma Treatment of Gluteus Medius and Minimus Tendinopathy: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial With 2-Year Follow-up.
- Effectiveness of platelet rich plasma injections for non-surgical management of carpal tunnel syndrome: a systemic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
