Platelet rich plasma (PRP) injection has shown promising results in many patients with osteoarthritis, rotator cuff tears, tennis elbow, tendonitis, and other painful musculoskeletal conditions. This minimally invasive treatment helps stimulate the body’s natural healing mechanisms by using the patient’s own platelet rich plasma cells. PRP injection is just one of the nonsurgical methods that the board-certified physicians at Tampa Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Group use to help patients overcome their symptoms and return to the activities they enjoy. Led by orthopedic specialist Dr. Daniel Murphy and sports medicine physician Dr. Arnold Ramirez, Tampa Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine can be your first choice for comprehensive orthopedic care.

How do PRP injections work?

PRP injection is a form of regenerative medicine that focuses on restoring damaged or diseased joints and tissues. Treatment begins by taking a blood sample from the patient, which is processed in a centrifuge to separate the growth factor-containing  platelet rich plasma cells from other blood substances. These cells are then concentrated and administered back to the patient around the affected tissue or joint. The goal of treatment is to help accelerate the healing process, encourage healthy cell growth, and achieve optimal results.

Contact Tampa Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine group to learn more about the benefits of PRP injection. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have and schedule your appointment with one of our physicians. We look forward to helping you get over your pain and get back on the move.