Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine
PRP Treatment in Traverse City, MI from Board-Certified Doctors
Physician-led evaluations and individualized PRP treatment planning for Northern Michigan residents, from board-certified doctors with offices in Grand Rapids and Rochester Hills.
★ 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 proteins involved in the body’s response to injury. The prepared PRP is injected into a selected treatment area when clinically appropriate. Its potential usefulness depends on the diagnosis, and research findings vary.
PRP Treatment for Traverse City Patients
Pain can change how you work, sleep, exercise, and enjoy Northern Michigan. When persistent symptoms interfere with everyday life, understanding your options matters.
For people researching PRP treatment in Traverse City, MI, the Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine offers physician-led evaluations and individualized treatment planning at its Grand Rapids and Rochester Hills offices. The practice combines regenerative orthobiologics, pain management, and functional medicine approaches to help patients understand their chronic pain conditions and consider appropriate next steps.
Successful treatment planning begins with identifying the cause of your symptoms. Knee pain after exercise, shoulder discomfort following an accident, and numbness associated with neuropathy may require very different approaches. The first step is understanding the problem before recommending a procedure.
Experienced Physicians and Coordinated Support
Choosing a medical practice involves more than choosing a procedure. Experience, clinical judgment, communication, and follow-up all matter.
Locally owned and operated in Michigan, the Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine brings more than 17 years of experience in regenerative orthobiologics, pain management, and functional medicine.
Our board-certified physicians include Kevin M. Nemeth, MD, and Christopher Hannasch, DO, who see patients at our Grand Rapids office Monday through Friday, along with Thomas Nabity, MD; Robert Farhat, DO; John Steele, MD; and John Santa Ana, DO.
Nurses and other medical professionals help patients move through evaluation, treatment preparation, and follow-up with clearer expectations. You can discuss physician qualifications, procedure details, and aftercare before deciding whether to proceed. Questions are welcome; understanding your care is part of participating in it.
How PRP Treatment Works
Platelet-rich plasma, commonly called PRP, is prepared from a sample of your own blood. The sample is processed to concentrate platelets, which contain growth factors and other proteins involved in the body’s response to injury.
If PRP is part of your plan, treatment usually follows four steps:
- Blood draw. A small sample of your blood is collected at the clinic.
- Preparation. The sample is processed to concentrate platelets within a portion of the plasma.
- Image-guided injection. Our physicians use ultrasound or fluoroscopic imaging to help guide the injection toward the intended treatment area.
- Aftercare and follow-up. You receive guidance on activity, rehabilitation, and check-ins to track your progress.
Ultrasound provides real-time images of many soft-tissue structures. Fluoroscopy uses X-ray imaging and may be selected for other anatomical targets. Your physician determines which approach is appropriate. Image guidance supports accurate placement, but it does not guarantee symptom relief; your diagnosis, overall health, tissue condition, and rehabilitation plan also influence the potential outcome.
PRP should not be described as a guaranteed cure, a way to reverse arthritis, or a method for regrowing cartilage. An informed consultation should explain the potential benefits, limitations, risks, alternatives, and expected costs.
Who May Be a Good Candidate for PRP?
PRP may be considered for selected orthopedic problems, including some tendon problems and joint-related symptoms. 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 their routine
- Some patients with knee osteoarthritis who want to discuss non-surgical options
- People still dealing with musculoskeletal pain after an auto accident
These conditions are not interchangeable, and neither are their treatments. PRP is not an established solution for every painful condition. Neuropathy, in particular, requires evaluation of the underlying cause and appropriate medical management, and spinal disc degeneration calls for careful evaluation before any procedure is recommended.
The practice also offers prolotherapy, autologous stem cell-based procedures, pain management, and functional medicine approaches. Availability does not mean every procedure suits every patient: many stem cell interventions marketed for orthopedic conditions remain investigational and are not FDA-approved for those uses. Physical therapy, activity modification, medication, specialist referral, or surgery may also deserve consideration.
What to Expect: Recovery and Results
Treatment is only one part of care. Depending on the procedure and diagnosis, recommendations may include temporary activity restrictions, a gradual return to exercise, or coordinated rehabilitation.
Temporary soreness, bruising, or swelling may occur after an injection. Infection, bleeding, and injury to surrounding structures are additional potential risks. Recovery timelines vary, and improvement, when it occurs, may develop gradually rather than immediately.
PRP Cost and Insurance
Some procedures or related medical services may be covered by insurance. Coverage depends on your plan, diagnosis, treatment, and applicable authorization requirements. PRP and other regenerative procedures may involve out-of-pocket expenses.
Ask for an explanation of anticipated charges before treatment, confirm benefits directly with your insurer, and clarify whether consultations, imaging, procedures, and follow-up appointments are billed separately. Our team can help you understand the estimate. Learn more about PRP treatment cost in Michigan.
Visiting From Traverse City
Our Grand Rapids office at 1000 E Paris Ave SE, Suite 221, is about a two-and-a-half-hour drive from Traverse City. Our practice also operates its own surgery center in Metro Detroit, and your care team can confirm which location is suitable for your consultation and any recommended procedure.
Before scheduling, plan for travel, follow-up visits, work responsibilities, and access to rehabilitation closer to home. We regularly help patients traveling from Northern Michigan, elsewhere in the United States, and Canada.
You do not need to choose a procedure before speaking with a physician. Call the Grand Rapids office at (616) 288-1109 or the Rochester Hills office at (248) 216-1008 with your questions, relevant medical records, and recovery goals ready.
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.
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.
Pickleball Patient Testimonial
Foot Injury Testimonial
FAQ
PRP Treatment Questions
Answers to common questions from Traverse City and Northern Michigan patients. Your physician can address your specific situation during a consultation.
How is PRP prepared?
A small sample of your own blood is drawn and processed to concentrate platelets within a portion of the plasma. The prepared PRP is then injected into a selected treatment area when clinically appropriate.
Are the injections image-guided?
Yes. Our physicians use ultrasound or fluoroscopic imaging guidance to help visualize anatomy and guide placement. Guidance supports accurate placement, but it does not guarantee symptom relief.
How many PRP sessions will I need?
It depends on your diagnosis and treatment plan. Some patients may be offered a single procedure; others may be offered additional sessions. Your physician explains the recommended schedule after your evaluation.
How much does PRP cost?
There is no single price for every PRP procedure. The treatment area, number of areas treated, recommended schedule, imaging guidance, and any testing can affect the total. Request an itemized estimate after your evaluation.
Is PRP covered by insurance?
Coverage varies by insurer, policy, diagnosis, and procedure. PRP for many orthopedic conditions is commonly self-pay, and coverage for an office visit does not mean the injection is covered.
What are the possible side effects?
Temporary soreness, bruising, or swelling may occur. Infection, bleeding, and injury to surrounding structures are additional potential risks. Your care team explains each step and aftercare before you decide.
How soon may I notice improvement?
Improvement, when it occurs, may develop gradually rather than immediately, and results vary from person to person. Follow-up visits help track your progress.
Can PRP help neuropathy or disc degeneration?
These are not automatically PRP indications. Neuropathy calls for evaluation of the underlying cause and appropriate medical management, and spinal disc degeneration requires careful evaluation. Your physician may recommend other treatments or a referral.
Do I need to travel more than once?
Often, yes. A consultation, the procedure, and follow-up may be separate visits. Ask your care team how to plan visits and whether some follow-up can be coordinated closer to home.
Which clinic is closest to Traverse City?
Our Grand Rapids office at 1000 E Paris Ave SE, Suite 221, is about two and a half hours from Traverse City. Call (616) 288-1109 to ask about appointment options.
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Free webinar replay
Watch: How to Better Understand PRP From A to Z
Watch the replay of our physicians’ webinar on platelet-rich plasma (PRP).
Our physicians host free webinars with live Q&A. Watch any past webinar on demand, or call us to ask about the next date.
Our locations
Visit Our Michigan Clinics
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.
