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Regenerative medicine has made it possible to harness your body’s natural ability for healing itself. Regenerative treatments such as plasma-rich plasma(PRP) are not meant to mask symptoms. They help the body heal damaged tissue and create new healthy cells.
Platelet-rich plasma overview
PRP therapy, a breakthrough in regenerative medicine, boosts the body’s healing abilities. PRP uses powerful healing elements in your blood, platelets and plasma to reverse tissue damage and halt disease progression.
The body’s first reaction to injury is platelets. The body’s first response to injury is platelets. They send platelets to the area where the bleeding has stopped and start the healing process. When platelets become activated, they release powerful growth factors that help in healing damaged tissue.
For chronic conditions, PRP therapy
Your own blood is used to create a concentrated supply of platelets and plasma in PRP therapy. The platelets and growth factors are injected directly into the affected area.
Although platelets naturally circulate in the blood, PRP therapy uses a concentrated form that is more potent. This concentrated platelet and growth factor mixture gives your body an important boost in healing ability.
The PRP therapy stimulates the production of new cells in damaged areas and speeds up healing and repair. You will feel less pain and better function as new healthy cells are created at the site.
PRP can be beneficial for many conditions, including the following.
- Headache pain
- Arthritis
- Joint pain (knees, shoulder, neck and back)
- Neuropathies
- Rotator cuff tears
- Slipped (herniated discs)
- Whiplash
- Rotator cuff tears
- Tendonitis
PRP, a regenerative treatment that can be used to reduce the need for medication or surgery, is also an option.
What can you expect from PRP therapy?
The first step in your treatment is to draw blood and prepare the sample by spinning it in a centrifuge. Your provider then injects the PRP in the affected area. There is usually no downtime after the injection and you can resume your regular activities almost immediately.
You may feel some mild swelling or discomfort after treatment with PRP therapy. This is normal and should not be considered alarming. This is a sign of healing.
It can take several weeks for you to notice a difference in your symptoms because PRP is used to heal damage and disease. As healthy, new cells in the area begin to regenerate, you will notice more stability, greater range of motion, less pain, and inflammation.
It’s time for PRP therapy if you are suffering from chronic pain, such as arthritis or injury. To schedule, or to book your appointment online, please call. Learn more about PRP therapy.
This article was written by a medical professional at Florida Medical Pain Management. Florida Medical Pain Management is proud to offer St Pete Pain Management to a diverse group of patients. Patients at Florida Medical Pain Management can get help managing hip, knee, leg, and neck pain. The practice also offers comprehensive arthritis management, along with treatments for auto accidents, sports, and work injuries.
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