PRP for Tendons
Platelet rich plasma (PRP) is a treatment used for common orthopedic conditions. PRP is a concentration of platelet cells from your blood, containing growth factors that may aid in healing chronic injuries. These growth factors signal the body to start a healing response. Injecting PRP into injured areas aims to enhance the body's healing ability for chronic conditions.
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a treatment that contains a high concentration of platelets, other blood cells important in healing, and growth factors. PRP has been utilized in operating rooms for many years to aid in wound healing and stimulate bone formation in spinal fusion surgery. More recently, PRP for tendons has been used in outpatient settings to treat common overuse conditions such as Achilles Tendonitis, Rotator Cuff Tendonitis, Tennis Elbow, and Patellar Tendonitis.