The “fountain of youth” might be closer than you think. Your body has tons of regenerative powers packed inside, just waiting to get to work. Platelet-rich plasma injections take advantage of the healing properties your body makes all on its own. Let’s explore how PRP injections work and determine if they are a good fit for your needs.
How PRP Injections Work
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections use your blood components to deliver powerful healing and restoration where you need it most. The physician draws your blood and puts it in a centrifuge to extract platelets. These platelets have strong healing proteins that can encourage tissue repair, hair follicle stimulation, and much more.
The physician uses ultrasound-guided technology to inject PRP into an injured area, which puts your body’s natural healing powers right where they’re needed most. The proteins stimulate regeneration to speed up healing and reduce pain.
Most patients need 1-3 rounds of PRP injections to achieve their desired results, but that largely depends on the application.
What Does PRP Treat?
PRP injections can treat a range of issues, ranging from muscle tears to osteoarthritis and beyond. PRP is most commonly associated with muscle pain treatment, acute muscle strains, chronic tendinopathies, and ligament injuries. However, researchers have found many new ways to use PRP injections, like restoring dormant hair follicles to thicken hair and reduce thinning.
Michigan Center For Regenerative Medicine offers PRP treatment for a number of conditions. If you’d like to see if PRP is right for you, give us a call at (248) 216-1008.
How Quickly Does PRP Work?
Results vary based on injury and application, but most patients see some level of improvement within 2-6 weeks of PRP injection. The pain gradually dissipates, and most clinical trials report improvement up to 9 months after injection. When you come in for your consultation, we can go over your options and help you understand what to expect with PRP injections.
Am I a Good Candidate for PRP?
PRP is considered safe for most patients because it does not involve the introduction of foreign bodies. The proteins are cultivated from your own blood, which your body is used to. However, you may not be a good candidate for PRP if you have a low platelet count, severe anemia, active cancer, abnormal platelet function, or some other conditions. We will ask strategic questions during your consultation to determine if PRP is right for you.