PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma)

PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma), also known as The PRP Procedure or PRP Shots helps regenerate targeted areas of the musculoskeletal system by using the growth factors of your own platelets.

The PRP procedure involves taking your own blood, concentrating out the platelet portion using a centrifuge, and reintroducing it back into the damaged tissue, cartilage, or spine.

These platelets contain growth factors that can help promote the regeneration of the pain-producing tissue.

Unfortunately, the PRP research reveals a great deal of conflicting information. This is because the PRP procedure followed is inconsistent in the different studies.

A study in Pain Physician found that a variety of factors such as the method of preparation, composition, medical condition of the patient, anatomic location of the lesion, and tissue type can alter the outcome.

A Japanese article and an Orthopedics Today study suggest that although PRP is very promising, there is a lack of standardization doctor training resulting in variable results.

This lack of consistency of technique is what results in a high degree of variability in outcomes among practitioners who use Platelet Rich Plasma

A study in Biomedical Research International found that “Additional preclinical studies are needed to define the dosing, timing, and frequency of PRP injections, different techniques for delivery and location of delivery” and addition of other biological factors are necessary to develop optimal protocols to treat the variety of musculoskeletal conditions.

For more information about whether this or a different Regenerative Medicine Treatment is right for you, call us for a free telephone consultation.

An article in Pain Physician said, “It is incumbent upon anyone using a specific PRP product to understand its precise formulation and consistency as well as the rationale for the technique used in its production and application.”

It is important to remember that PRP is just one Regenerative Medicine Treatment available. At Affordable Regenerative Medicine, we use a variety of treatments including Prolotherapy and Neural Prolotherapy and the PRP procedure depending on the severity of the injury and your budget.

In summary, PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma), Prolotherapy, and Neural Prolotherapy are specialized Regenerative Medicine Treatments. Achieving good results involves making the proper diagnosis, being able to choose the right treatment for the patient’s specific pain, and then fully treating the area with the most effective treatment based on the latest literature.

Disclaimer: All information provided by Dr. Bloom is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to prevent, diagnose, treat, or cure any disease or injury. Individual results may vary. No results are guaranteed.