PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma)

The method of injection of platelet-rich plasma used in orthopedics is based on the use of the body's ability to regenerate.

What does the download and application look like?

Stimulating our own cells to regenerate is possible by taking our own blood. From 1 to 3 tubes are collected under vacuum.

In a laboratory test tube, the blood is centrifuged, separating the platelet-rich plasma from the red blood cells.
PRP is administered by intra-articular or periarticular injection (i.e. by injection), if necessary under ultrasound guidance.

The procedure carried out in the office is quick and safe for the patient, because thanks to the use of factors from his own blood, an allergic reaction is excluded.

 

Efficacy of platelet-rich plasma in orthopedics.

PRP works by activating platelets contained in platelet-rich plasma to produce specific growth factors.

The effect is the stimulation of tissue regeneration processes, the formation of new blood vessels and the production of collagen.

Indications

Thanks to this method, damaged tissues and structures can be restored in cases such as:

• tennis elbow,
• golfer's elbow,
• delayed bone union,
• heel spurs,
• jumper's knee,
• tendon and muscle damage
• Achilles tendon degeneration.
  
  
  Contraindications

Platelet-rich plasma should not be used for treatments in the following cases:

• pregnancy and breastfeeding period
• autoimmune diseases, including: Hashimoto's disease, Graves' disease, Addison's disease, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, systemic lupus erythematosus, scleroderma, systemic vasculitis, rheumatoid arthritis, reactive arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis spondylitis, myasthenia gravis, multiple sclerosis, acute disseminated encephalomyelitis, vitiligo, psoriasis, alopecia areata, sarcoidosis, Addison-Biermer anemia.
• blood diseases with abnormal platelet function or count
• Cancer
• clotting disorder
• multifactorial allergy
• allergic to chromium or nickel (these metals are found in the needles used for injection)
• active herpes
• infection or damage to the skin in the treated area
• taking anticoagulants or antiplatelet drugs
• hives in an interview