Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)

WHAT IS IT

• Platelet rich plasma is a concentration of the blood platelets by centrifuge.

WHAT CAN BE TREATED WITH PRP?

• Joint Sprains
• Muscle Strains
• Achilles tendonitis or other form of tendonitis
• Early degenerative joint disease (arthritis)
• Partial ligament tears
• Plantar Fasciitis

PRP PROCEDURE

• 15 cc blood drawn from arm
• Blood is spun in centrifuge in special syringe to yield 3-4 cc of PRP
• PRP is then injected into the site of pain or injury

RECOVERY

• injection is initially accompanied by some discomfort and icing and Tylenol is recommended after procedure
• The effect of the PRP begins to take effect over the course of 2-6 weeks.
• PRP Injection can be repeated at 1-3 weeks post first injection

COST

• $1025
• It is unusual for insurance to cover PRP injection