PRP therapy promotes healing and reduces inflammation using your own blood. Recent interest stems from its promise to cure orthopedic issues like knee discomfort and injuries. Here's how PRP therapy works and how well it treats knees:
PRP therapy includes collecting a tiny amount of blood, processing it to concentrate platelets and growth factors, then injecting it into the knee. The platelets and growth factors should promote healing and minimize inflammation.
What is PRP Therapy?
A doctor centrifuges a little sample of blood to concentrate platelets and growth factors.
Blood Draw and Processing
How Does PRP Therapy Work for the Knee?
PRP is injected directly into the knee or afflicted area. Target damaged tissues for repair and regeneration.
Injection
PRP growth factors may relieve pain and inflammation by mending tendons, ligaments, and cartilage.
Healing and Recovery
Research on PRP for knee osteoarthritis is divided. PRP may relieve pain and improve function in mild to moderate OA patients, although other trials found modest long-term effects.
Osteoarthritis
Scientific Evidence and Effectiveness
PRP may help treat patellar tendonitis. Although results vary, PRP reduces pain and improves function.
Tendon Injuries
PRP may help ligament injuries mend faster and reduce discomfort. Some research reveal good results, although the evidence is inconclusive.
Ligament Injuries
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