Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine
PRP Injections Near Rochester, MI from Board-Certified Doctors
Do you or a loved one suffer from a medical condition or age-related pain? Are you an athlete looking to recover from a bad injury?
★ 4.7 Google rating · Board-certified physicians · Rochester Hills & Grand Rapids
What is PRP treatment?
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is prepared from a sample of your own blood. Processing concentrates platelets, which contain growth factors and other signaling proteins involved in the body’s healing response. The prepared PRP is injected into a selected treatment area when clinically appropriate. Its potential usefulness depends on the diagnosis, and research findings vary.
Do you or a loved one suffer from a medical condition or age-related pain? Are you an athlete looking to recover from a bad injury? Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections, like those offered at the Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine, may relieve your pain. So, how does it work, and what can you expect from the Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine?
What To Anticipate When Having PRP Injections
Rochester, MI, residents can expect a smooth and comfortable regenerative medicine experience from the Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine team. PRP injections take about thirty minutes and require nothing more than a blood draw and small injection. That’s the first step toward exploring pain relief without surgery or long-term medication. During the time between your blood draw, your platelets are spun in a centrifuge and separated from the other parts of the cell. The platelets are then concentrated with plasma and reinjected into the site where you suffer pain or injury. If you are weighing your options, our PRP injection cost guide explains what affects pricing.
What PRP Injections At The Michigan Center For Regenerative Medicine Can Treat
There are numerous conditions that PRP injections can treat. Most are musculoskeletal diseases, injuries, or degenerative conditions. Some of the conditions treated by PRP injections include the following:
- Athletic Injury And Post-Surgical Healing: PRP injections help to heal injuries and surgical wounds by stimulating regeneration processes and restoring torn or damaged tissues.
- Chronic Tendon Injuries: Things such as tennis elbow or other conditions resulting from repeated joint use can be treated by reducing the time it takes for tendons to heal naturally.
- Arthritis: Arthritis is characterized by inflammation of the tissues around your joints and is most common in the wrists, knees, and hips. PRP injections can reduce swelling more effectively than over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications.
- Hair Loss: PRP is the most common regenerative medicine treatment to treat male pattern baldness and general hair loss with age. It helps in both preventing hair loss and recovering lost hair. Finally, PRP injections may help recovery after a hair transplant.
- Skin Treatments: While not a pain relief strategy, PRP injections have been used to treat skin conditions, blemishes, and wrinkles with limited effect.
Platelet Rich Plasma injections can help Rochester residents find pain relief for upwards of six months after as few as two to three treatments. During that time, your tissues will continually regenerate thanks to the enriched platelets, and most patients will find significant relief in around four to six weeks after treatment.
The only downside of PRP treatments is the general discomfort that can come with blood draws and the injection process. Most patients will have slight discomfort during the initial draw, and soreness can occur in injection sites. Normal swelling and pain should pass within 24 hours and can be treated with regular NSAID pain relievers.
PRP Injections As Part Of A Larger Pain Management Strategy
Are you looking for complete relief from pain and injury? There is a wide range of options available. While Platelet Rich Plasma injections can be the treatment alone, they may also be an essential component of a more extensive pain management plan. The Michigan Center for Pain Management doctors have been serving Michigan and Rochester residents for over a decade. PRP injections are just one of many regenerative medicine techniques employed at our clinic, and only through a consultation appointment can you explore all your options.
Who May Be a Good Candidate for PRP?
PRP may be considered for selected tendon problems and certain joint conditions. People who often ask about it include:
- Adults with persistent tendon or joint-related symptoms that limit work, exercise, or sleep
- Active people whose sports injury keeps interrupting training
- Some patients with knee osteoarthritis who want to discuss non-surgical options
- People still dealing with musculoskeletal pain after an auto accident
Another approach may fit better in other situations. Diabetic neuropathy calls for appropriate diabetes management and assessment of nerve-related symptoms, and spinal disc degeneration requires careful evaluation before any procedure is recommended. Tell your physician about any recent infection, bleeding disorder, or medication that affects clotting.
An evaluation is particularly important when symptoms overlap. Pain that feels like a joint problem may involve tendons, nerves, or referred pain from another area. Your physician will review your history and imaging to see whether PRP, prolotherapy, a cell-based procedure, another pain-management approach, or a referral is the better fit.
Conditions
Conditions Our Physicians Evaluate
PRP may be considered for selected tendon and joint problems. Your evaluation determines whether it fits your diagnosis.
Knee arthritis can make stairs, walks and workouts harder. PRP may be one option to discuss.
Rotator cuff and shoulder tendon problems are a common reason patients ask about PRP.
Back and SI joint concerns get a careful diagnosis before any plan is suggested.
Joint problems beyond the knee may also be evaluated to see whether PRP is a fit.
For athletes who want to get back to training, an exam clarifies the source first.
Tendinitis, tennis elbow, plantar fasciitis and more. Browse every condition we evaluate.
Patient reviews
What Our Patients Say
In Their Words
He listens to the issues I have and works out a plan with me. He takes the time to explain what is going on and helps me understand.
Rosanna K. Sterling Heights, MI · PRP patient
He discussed options with me, on what he thought was the right course of action. He, along with his staff that assisted him during the procedure, were very caring about my comfort levels.
Dawn Novi, MI · PRP patient
I live in Ontario and drove across the border to get this treatment done and I did the right thing. Dr. Nabity and his staff took an exceptional care of me.
Anwar London, Ontario · PRP patient
Excerpts from our patient testimonials.
Individual results vary. Reviews reflect each patient’s own experience.
Your visit
Your Path to Treatment
Most visits follow four simple steps. Our team guides you through each one and answers questions along the way.
1. Consultation
Meet your physician, talk through your symptoms, and review your history and goals.
2. Diagnosis & Imaging
Ultrasound or other imaging helps identify the source of your pain.
3. Treatment
If PRP fits your plan, your physician provides image-guided treatment in our clinic.
4. Follow-Up
Check-ins track your progress and adjust your plan as needed.
Insurance & cost
Insurance, Self-Pay, and Clear Pricing
We accept many major insurance plans for consultations, testing, and many spine and joint procedures. Regenerative treatments such as PRP and stem cell therapy are usually self-pay, so you get a clear estimate before you decide.
Usually billed to insurance
- Consultations and office visits
- EMG and nerve testing
- Epidural, facet, and SI joint injections
- Nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation, and nerve stimulators
Usually self-pay
- PRP and stem cell therapy (BMAC)
- Prolotherapy
- PRP hair restoration
- Stem cell banking
Self-pay options include prompt-pay discounts, payment plans, and HSA or FSA funds for eligible expenses.
Plans we accept
- PPO Trust
UMR coming soon. Blue Care Network plans require a referral. Coverage varies by plan and service, so call Rochester Hills (248) 216-1008 or Grand Rapids (616) 288-1109 and we will check your benefits.
Why patients choose MCRM
- Board-certified physicians Every procedure is performed by a board-certified physician, not a technician.
- Image-guided precision Ultrasound or fluoroscopic (x-ray) guidance places treatment exactly where it is needed.
- Your own cells, prepared on site Platelets and bone marrow cells are processed in our in-house lab during your visit.
- Results we track We have reported patient outcomes to the DataBiologics registry since 2019.
- Clear, upfront pricing Itemized estimates before treatment, prompt-pay discounts, and payment plans.
- Physicians who teach physicians Our doctors teach orthobiologic courses and helped write national back pain guidelines.
Our physicians
Meet Your Care Team
Thomas Nabity, MD
Board-certified physician
John Santa Ana, DO
Board-certified physician
Robert Farhat, DO
Board-certified physician
Kevin M. Nemeth, MD
Board-certified physician
John Steele, MD
Board-certified physician
Christopher Hannasch, DO
Board-certified physician
Credentials & memberships
Training You Can Look Up
Board certification shows a physician completed specialty training and passed independent exams. Our physicians go further, with added certifications and memberships in orthobiologics, musculoskeletal ultrasound and electrodiagnostic medicine. Each program is run by an independent organization, so you can see exactly what it requires.
PM&R Board Certification
Board certification in physical medicine and rehabilitation, the specialty focused on restoring function.
Pain Medicine Board Certification
Board certification in pain medicine, covering evaluation and treatment of complex pain conditions.
IOF Certification Courses
Advanced knee, hip and spine certification courses in image-guided orthobiologic procedures.
IOF Instructors & Training Hub
Our physicians teach other doctors as IOF instructors, and our Rochester Hills clinic hosts training.
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
Certified in diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound, the imaging used to guide our treatments.
Electrodiagnostic Medicine
Board certification in electrodiagnostic medicine, the specialty behind EMG and nerve testing.
American Academy of PM&R
The national society for physiatrists, physicians focused on restoring movement.
Interventional Pain (ASIPP)
A society that sets education and practice standards for interventional pain medicine.
Orthopaedic Medicine (AAOM)
A physician group focused on non-surgical musculoskeletal care, including prolotherapy.
DataBiologics Registry
We report patient outcomes to a national orthobiologics registry to track results over time.
Patient stories
Hear From Our Patients
Patients describe their own experiences with care at the Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine. Individual results vary.
Patient Testimonial
Foot and Knee Pain Testimonial
FAQ
PRP Treatment Questions
Answers to common questions from Rochester patients. Your physician can address your specific situation during a consultation.
What is PRP treatment?
PRP (platelet-rich plasma) is a concentrate made from a small sample of your own blood. It contains platelets and growth factors that play a role in the body’s natural healing response.
How is PRP prepared?
A small amount of blood is drawn and processed in a centrifuge to concentrate the platelets. The PRP is prepared during the same visit.
What conditions may PRP help with?
Our physicians evaluate PRP for selected tendon, ligament and joint problems, such as knee osteoarthritis, tendinopathy and some sports injuries. Your evaluation determines whether it fits your diagnosis.
How is PRP placed?
Our physicians use image guidance, such as ultrasound, to place PRP precisely in the treatment area.
Does PRP treatment hurt?
Most patients feel pressure and some soreness. A local anesthetic may be used, and soreness usually settles within several days.
How many PRP sessions will I need?
It depends on your condition and how you respond. Your physician will recommend a plan after your evaluation.
What is recovery like?
Many patients return to light daily activities soon after treatment, with guidance on activity and any physical therapy. Your physician will give you instructions specific to your treatment.
Is PRP covered by insurance?
PRP is often not covered by insurance. Our team can explain costs before treatment. See PRP treatment cost in Michigan.
Who is a good candidate for PRP?
People with certain ongoing tendon, ligament or joint pain who want to explore non-surgical options may be candidates. Results vary, and a consultation is the first step.
Where do you offer PRP treatment?
Our physicians see patients at our Rochester Hills office and our Grand Rapids office.
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Rochester Hills Clinic
355 Barclay Cir, Suite A
Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:30 pm
Grand Rapids Clinic
1000 E. Paris Ave SE, Suite 221
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:30 pm
Areas we serve
PRP Treatment Near You
Patients visit our Rochester Hills and Grand Rapids clinics from across Michigan.