At Vertrae, we specialize in conservative treatment options to ensure surgery is only performed when absolutely necessary. One of the most effective non-surgical treatments we offer is platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, sometimes referred to as a plasma rich platelet injection or platelet plasma treatment.
To determine if platelet rich plasma (PRP) injections are right for you, schedule a consultation with Dr. Kamal Woods at Vertrae.
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections are a regenerative treatment designed to accelerate healing and reduce pain caused by musculoskeletal conditions. PRP is derived from your own blood, processed to concentrate platelets, growth factors, and healing proteins, then carefully reinjected into the injured or painful area.
Some patients may also hear this therapy referred to as:
Regardless of the name, all of these terms describe the same innovative approach that uses your body’s natural healing properties to restore damaged tissues.
PRP therapy promotes natural tissue repair, making it an excellent option for patients seeking pain relief without surgery, long-term medication use, or repeated steroid injections.
PRP injections are commonly used to treat:
PRP therapy offers several advantages over traditional pain management treatments, including:
You may be a candidate for PRP therapy if:
