Platelet Rich Plasma Prolotherapy Denver | Denver Regenerative Medicine

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is a highly effective treatment for muscle injuries, surgical wounds, and even counteracting signs of aging in the skin such as wrinkles.

The high concentration of platelets, made from the patient’s own blood, is a potent stimulator for healing in the body. PRP contains growth factors and proteins that work to enhance the body’s natural reparative process. When placed into the injured area, the solution creates a localized inflammatory reaction in the injured tissue. This will stimulate the formation of new cartilage and ligament tissue that restores weakened, damaged cells and tissue. This procedure is less invasive than surgery and more often has better outcomes for patients. The procedure takes about an hour to do and is done in the office.

Through the use of technologic advances, PRP is changing the way doctors treat injuries and pain. Some conditions treated: Rotator cuff injuries, ankle sprains, tennis elbow, lower back pain, neck pain, degenerative disk disease, IT band syndrome, ligament tears in the knee, and achilles tendinitis.

HOW PRP WORKS

Both Platelet Rich Plasma and Prolotherapy work through a very simple principle. The injection of the stimulating solution at the site of the injured, broken down tissue, stimulates the body to grow new collagen, the building blocks of connective tissue. The body is capable of repairing and rebuilding tissue though its own natural ability to heal. During this repair process, the body will make stronger and more functional tissue.

When injuries occur, the body may not completely heal itself due to a lack of blood flow or proper treatment. For this reason, tendons and ligaments heal very slowly. Over time, the ligaments and tendons become weak and unsupportive, allowing the bones to move beyond their normal boundaries. This leads to the muscles surrounding the area trying to “support and protect” the area instead of the ligaments and tendons. The increased muscle tension results in spasm, pain, and will eventually lead to arthritis. Without the support of the ligaments in a joint, the tissue between the joint wears down, leading to dysfunctional joints and arthritis.

The reflex of the muscles to try to stabilize the injured joint when the ligaments are weak or injured, leads to tightness, spasm, burning, achiness, and pain in the area. The individual may notice the area has painful “knots” in the area. The tight muscles, further decrease the blood flow to the area, creating further damage and pain. The pain from one body area may be referred to other areas connected to the area through nerves or other tissue. If the injury is in the back, the pain or dysfunction can actually be felt in the body’s organs.

COMMON CONDITIONS TREATED WITH PRP

Ankle sprains
Hip pain and instability
Knee pain and instability
Shoulder instability
Rotator cuff injuries
Ligament injuries
Tendon injuries

Osteoarthritis
Achilles tendinosis and plantar fasciitis
Tennis and golfers elbow
Patella femoral syndrome and patellar tendinosis
Sports hernias and athletic pubalgia
Temporomandibular (TMJ) joint pain

More Info on the Procedure

How is PRP solution made?

During your treatment, a sample of blood is drawn through a fine needle similar to at your doctors visits, the sample is then spun in a centrifuge for several minutes which isolates the platelets in the plasma, then the plasma with the isolated platelets is injected back into your injured tissue or joint.

Is PRP safe?

Since the PRP solution is created from a sample of the patient’s own blood, there are no harsh side effects or allergic reactions. In essence, PRP therapy is perhaps one of the safer methods of treatment out there!

How many PRP treatments will I need?

Typically, 3-5 injection visits are anticipated Some patients with minor issues may not require as many injections, while others with more extensive issues may require more. The frequency of treatments is every 4-6 weeks.

Are you a good candidate for PRP?

PRP may be an ideal treatment for you if you are experiencing non-fatal injuries of joints or tissues in the shoulder, knee, hip, wrist, hand, elbow, foot, or other places in the body. Additionally, PRP can serve as an all-natural anti-aging solution to combat wrinkles and uneven skin texture. Dr. Kelner and her team can determine if PRP therapy may be right for you during your consultation.

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