If you are around the health care industry or have ever been injured, then you’ve probably heard of PRP injections before. This type of regenerative medicine is growing in popularity thanks in part to its effectiveness and minimal side effects.
What are PRP injections?
PRP (platelet rich plasma) injections involve using restorative platelets from the patient’s own blood cells to stimulate healing in an injured joint or tissue. Here’s how it works:
- A small blood sample is taken from the patient.
- Using equipment known as a centrifuge, the blood sample is processed to separate growth factor-rich cells from other blood components.
- The cells are then concentrated, sometimes with a mix of anesthetic to help numb discomfort, and injected into the injured area of the body.
Because the patient’s own blood is used, PRP injections are considered to be a natural and safe approach to orthopedic care. Patients who may be candidates for this treatment include those with osteoarthritis, labral tears, Achilles tendon injuries, tendonitis, tennis elbow, and other painful musculoskeletal conditions.
PRP injections at Tampa Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Group
The board-certified specialists at Tampa Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Group, a division of Florida Medical Clinic, provide PRP injections to patients at our centrally located center in Tampa. If you are experiencing pain or stiffness that is impacting your quality of life, we encourage you to visit our experts and learn about your treatment options. Contact us today!
