Understanding Pain
Diagnosis & Understanding
4. Neck Pain
1:55
6. Painful Diabetic Neuropathy
1:46
8. Foot Pain
1:50
9. Ankle and Foot Pain
1:46
10. Cancer Pain
1:34
Non-Surgical Treatment Options
2. Bracing
1:30
3. Acupuncture
2:13
4. Physical Therapy
1:35
5. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
2:08
Minimally Invasive & Surgical Treatments
2. Regenerative Medicine
2:06
5. Caudal Epidural
1:33
10. Sacroiliac Joint Fusion
1:39
11. Kyphoplasty and Vertebroplasty
2:05
12. Basivertebral Nerve Ablation
1:36
13. MILD Procedure
2:04
14. Spinal Decompression Surgeries
1:41
15. Artificial Disc Replacement
1:52
SI Joint Dysfunction
Diagnosis & Understanding
3. Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction
1:55
4. Pseudosciatica
1:48
5. SI Joint Injection
1:49
Non-Surgical Treatment Options
1. Physical Therapy
1:35
2. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
2:08
3. Bracing
1:30
6. Regenerative Medicine
2:06
Regenerative Medicine
Diagnosis & Understanding
2. PRP Injection
1:42
Minimally Invasive & Surgical Treatments
Alternative & Emerging Therapies
1. Shockwave Therapy (MSK)
2:03
2. Laser Therapy
2:05
3. Ozone Therapy
1:37
Neck or Cervical Pain
Non-Surgical Treatment Options
2. Bracing
1:30
Minimally Invasive & Surgical Treatments
2. Caudal Epidural
1:33
5. Facet Joint Injection
1:44
10. Interventional Pain Procedures
1:58
13. Artificial Disc Replacement
1:52
Alternative & Emerging Therapies
1. Regenerative Medicine
2:06
2. PRP Injection
1:42
4. MFAT
2:04
5. Shockwave Therapy (MSK)
2:03
6. Laser Therapy
2:05
7. Ozone Therapy
1:37
Low back or Lumbar Pain
Diagnosis & Understanding
1. Herniated Disc
1:58
Minimally Invasive & Surgical Treatments
Alternative & Emerging Therapies
1. Regenerative Medicine
2:06
2. PRP Injection
1:42
4. MFAT
2:04
5. Shockwave Therapy (MSK)
2:03
6. Laser Therapy
2:05
7. Ozone Therapy
1:37
Headaches
Diagnosis & Understanding
1. Migraine
2:04
2. Tension Headache
1:50
3. Cluster Headache
1:53
4. Occipital Neuralgia
2:02
5. Trigeminal Neuralgia
1:35
6. Neck Pain
1:55
Non-Surgical Treatment Options
4. Acupuncture
2:13
Minimally Invasive & Surgical Treatments
2. Botox (Migraines/Dystonia)
2:07
3. Sphenopalatine Block
1:47
6. Peripheral Nerve Stimulation
1:41
Alternative & Emerging Therapies
1. Regenerative Medicine
2:06
2. PRP Injection
1:42
3. Shockwave Therapy (MSK)
2:03
4. Laser Therapy
2:05
5. Ozone Therapy
1:37
Robert Moghim MD
Anchor Healthcare
PRP Injection
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A platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection uses your own blood to help heal injuries and relieve pain in joints, tendons, scars, and muscles.
Here’s how it works: We draw a small amount of blood, similar to a routine test, and spin it in a centrifuge to separate the platelets. These platelets contain growth factors that aid in healing and tissue repair.
Once ready, PRP is injected into the painful area, sometimes using ultrasound for precision. PRP may benefit conditions like tendonitis, chronic ligament or muscle injuries, and osteoarthritis in the knees, hips, shoulders, wrists, fingers, and spine.
PRP alternatives include physical therapy, steroid injections, medications, bracing, or surgery. Steroid injections provide short-term relief but have potential side effects like tendon weakening and cartilage damage. PRP promotes healing instead of just masking pain.
Since PRP is made from your blood, risks are minimal but include infection, nerve irritation, tissue damage, or minor scarring at the site. Avoid anti-inflammatory medications for a week before and stay hydrated for the blood draw.
After the injection, you can usually return to normal activities, but avoid intense exercise for a few weeks. Pain or swelling should subside in three to seven days; results appear in four to eight weeks. Multiple injections, spaced six to twelve weeks apart, may be needed for the best results.
If you seek a natural way to promote healing, PRP therapy could be a suitable option. Our team is here to guide you to the best treatment plan for your recovery.
FAQs
How should I prepare for a PRP injection procedure?
Preparation for a PRP injection involves stopping NSAIDs and corticosteroids a week before the procedure, staying well-hydrated for an easier blood draw, and discontinuing blood thinners as per your doctor's instructions. Fasting is not required.
What are the potential risks associated with a PRP injection?
While PRP injections are generally safe since they use your own blood, there are minimal risks such as infection, nerve or tissue damage due to needle placement, and the possibility of scar tissue or calcification at the injection site.
What is a Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injection and how does it work?
PRP injection is a medical procedure that involves using a patient's own blood to promote healing and alleviate pain in various musculoskeletal conditions. Blood is drawn and spun in a centrifuge to concentrate the platelets, which are then injected into the injured or painful area. These platelets release growth factors that help stimulate tissue repair and recovery.
What should I expect during recovery after a PRP injection?
After a PRP injection, patients can usually return to their normal activities immediately but should avoid intense exercise for a few weeks. Any pain or swelling typically subsides within three to seven days, and complete results are often seen in four to eight weeks. Multiple injections may be needed, spaced six to twelve weeks apart, for optimal results.
Which conditions can be treated with PRP injections?
PRP injections are commonly used to treat chronic musculoskeletal injuries such as tendonitis (e.g., tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow), chronic ligament or muscle injuries, osteoarthritis in joints like the knee, hip, shoulder, and wrist, as well as non-healing fractures.