{"id":1047,"date":"2013-05-21T11:36:26","date_gmt":"2013-05-21T11:36:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/stemcelltherapyincalifornia.com\/?page_id=1047"},"modified":"2018-10-27T05:04:53","modified_gmt":"2018-10-27T05:04:53","slug":"platelet-rich-plasma-prp-therapy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/r3stemcell.com\/oakton-va\/regenerative-medicine\/stem-cell-treatments\/platelet-rich-plasma-prp-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy"},"content":{"rendered":"

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FAQs on Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy in Oakton VA<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP) is used for the treatment of many musculoskeletal conditions such as arthritis, tendonitis, plantar fasciitis and often in conjunction with stem cell treatment. <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

This involves administration of PRP to help heal muscles, tendons and ligaments in Northern Virginia.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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\n\n\t \n How is PRP collected? <\/span>\n<\/span>\n\n \n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n
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\n [vc_column_text]PRP involves collecting thirty to sixty milliliters of the patient’s blood. The sample is then placed into a kit, which goes into a centrifuge to separate the platelet-rich plasma from other blood components.<\/strong><\/span>[\/vc_column_text] <\/div>\n<\/div>

\n\n\t \n How is the PRP injection done? <\/span>\n<\/span>\n\n \n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n
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\n [vc_column_text]The provider will clean the area to be injected with an antiseptic. The PRP is then injected, typically using real-time x-ray (fluoroscopy) or ultrasound \u00a0to assure correct needle placement.<\/strong><\/span>[\/vc_column_text] <\/div>\n<\/div>

\n\n\t \n How does PRP work? <\/span>\n<\/span>\n\n \n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n
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\n [vc_column_text]The platelet-rich plasma contains three predominant cell types – growth factors, platelets and white blood cells. The growth factors stimulate tissue recovery by enhancing tendon stem cell proliferation, increasing collagen production, and motivating gene and protein expression. Platelets assist throughout the healing process, while white blood cells promote the first phase of healing, which is inflammation.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Growth factors also stimulate blood flow, causing cartilage to become more resilient and firm. In addition, PRP activates tenocytes, which are cells that produce collagen. The collagen then repairs ligaments, tendons, muscle, and cartilage.<\/strong><\/span>[\/vc_column_text] <\/div>\n<\/div>

\n\n\t \n Do I notice immediate results after PRP therapy? <\/span>\n<\/span>\n\n \n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n
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\n [vc_column_text]You may notice increased pain in the first few days after the PRP injection. Patients typically gain increased strength and endurance, which increases gradually. Over time, patients often have increased functional mobility and ability, with patients reporting improvement over the course of three to nine months following the injection. According to ultrasound or MRI images, patients had noticeable improved tissue repair after 12 months, which supports proof of healing.<\/strong><\/span>[\/vc_column_text] <\/div>\n<\/div>

\n\n\t \n What injuries respond to PRP therapy? <\/span>\n<\/span>\n\n \n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n
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\n [vc_column_text]\"PRP<\/a>The following injuries are treated with PRP therapy:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n