Platelet Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Platelet Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Platelet rich plasma is a therapy using concentrated platelets acquired from autologous blood.
The key constituents of PRP therapy are growth factors which stimulate regeneration of joints, tendons, muscles and nerves. The benefit of PRP therapy is also acceleration of return to sports activity without any greater risk of re-injury. Many studies confirmed PRP as an effective treatment for musculosceletal conditions.
The most common conditions we treat, using PRP therapy:
- Tennis elbow,
- Golfer’s elbow,
- Plantar fascitis,
- Rotator cuff partial tear,
- Joint instability,
- Osteoarthritis,
- Achilles tendon tendinosis,
Contraindications:
- Coagulation disorder,
- Impossibility of taking a rest and rehabilitation after PRP injection,
- Platelet count disorder,
- Some systemic diseases,
- Anti-coagulation therapy,
- Chronic liver disease,
- Sepsis,
- Acute and chronic infections,
What does the procedure entail?
PRP is made by centrifuging whole blood in order to concentrate the platelets in the plasma. The plasma is injected into the affected area afterwards.
After the PRP injection:
Post-procedure recommendation:
- Avoid ice,
- Avoid steroids three weeks before and four weeks after PRP injection,
- In the case of wearing a brace it is recommended to apply antithrombotic prophylaxis,
- If wearing a brace is recommended , it may also be advisable to use crutches.
- Avoid anty-inflammatory drugs. In the case of pain it is recommended to take paracetamol,
- Rest for two weeks,
- After two weeks start of rehabilitation,
- After four weeks gradual returning to activities,
PRP side effects:
After PRP injection temporary inflammation and pain may occur.
Dr. Marcin Goczewski performs platelet rich plasma injections only under ultrasound guidance to ensure precise medicine injection and reduce the risk of complications.
