Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) is created using a sample of your own blood through a standard blood draw. The blood is then processed to concentrate platelets and growth factors, which play a key role in tissue repair and healing.

This concentrated plasma is then carefully injected into the affected area to help stimulate a regenerative response in damaged or irritated tissues such as tendons, ligaments, muscles, or joints.

Unlike treatments that only block pain or reduce inflammation temporarily, PRP is designed to support the underlying biology of healing.

PRP may help:

• Promote tissue repair signaling

• Improve the local healing environment

• Support tendon and ligament recovery

• Reduce chronic irritation in damaged tissue

• Enhance long-term joint function

• Decrease pain

• Improve mobility and range of motion

PRP is commonly used for a variety of musculoskeletal and sports-related conditions, including:

• Shoulder pain (rotator cuff tendinopathy, shoulder arthritis, labral irritation)

• Knee pain (knee osteoarthritis, meniscal tears, patellofemoral syndrome)

• Elbow pain (tennis elbow, golfer's elbow)

• Achilles tendinopathy

• Hip pain and soft tissue injuries

• Muscular pain

• Ligament sprains and partial tears

• Chronic overuse injuries

Patients often consider PRP when they want to:

• Avoid or delay surgery

• Reduce reliance on pain medications

• Address chronic or recurring injuries

• Improve mobility and performance

• Return to sport or exercise

• Support long-term musculoskeletal health

Cortisone injections are commonly used to reduce pain and inflammation quickly. However, they do not actively support tissue healing.

PRP is part of a regenerative medicine approach that focuses on improving the biological environment of injured tissue.

While PRP does not provide immediate pain relief, it is intended to support gradual, longer-term improvement in function and tissue health. Results can take up to 6–12 months.

PRP is not an instant fix. Results vary depending on the type and severity of the condition, as well as your individual healing response and lifestyle choices.

Most patients experience:

• Mild soreness and discomfort after injection

• Gradual improvement over several weeks

• Continued improvement as tissue healing progresses

PRP works best when combined with:

• A structured rehabilitation program

• Gradual return to activity

• Strength and mobility training

• Proper recovery, sleep, and nutrition

The number of PRP treatments needed depends on the severity of your injury, how long you've had symptoms, and your body's individual healing response. While some patients experience significant improvement after a single treatment, most chronic tendon, ligament, and joint conditions benefit from a series of 2–3 treatments spaced 4–8 weeks apart.

Our provider will evaluate your condition and develop a personalized treatment plan based on your goals, activity level, and response to treatment. We focus on achieving lasting healing rather than simply providing temporary pain relief, and we'll monitor your progress throughout your recovery to determine if additional treatments are recommended.

You may be a good candidate if you:

• Have persistent joint or tendon pain

• Have responded well to cortisone injections in the past

• Have not improved with conservative care

• Want to avoid surgery if possible

• Are committed to rehabilitation and recovery

• Want to return to an active lifestyle or sport

• Understand that PRP takes time to work

A consultation is required to determine if PRP is appropriate for your specific condition.