PRP (platelet-rich plasma) is the process of taking blood from a patient and spinning it with a centrifuge to separate all cell types. The only thing we get at the end are the serum or plasma and the platelets.
Because platelets are made up of hundreds (if not thousands) of granules, they contain growth factors that help to prevent inflammation and further cartilage damage. This can help reduce some symptoms of arthritis.
How Effective Is PRP Treatment for Knee Pain?
In properly selected patients, PRP can be very effective. Most patients with mild to moderate arthritis that are treated using PRP will experience some relief.
While the knee may not be perfect, it will likely experience less pain, swelling, inflammation, and swelling. Those patients will feel the benefits of increased activity.
How Many PRP Injections Are Needed for the Knee?
For most applications, It is recommended to have three injections in a series. These are usually spread over a week or two weeks.
Because most arthritis treatments with PRP require three injections. This is done because it is the preferred protocol. Studies have shown that this protocol is the most effective.
What Is the Cost of PRP for the Knee?
Biologic treatments for the knee have been a practice for years now. It is more effective for carefully selected patients the more it is used. So, we try our best to keep it as affordable as possible to make it more affordable for everyone.
This article was written by a medical professional at Florida Medical Pain Management. Florida Medical Pain Management is proud to offer West Florida Pain Management to a diverse group of patients. Patients at Florida Medical Pain Management can get help managing hip, knee, leg, and neck pain. The practice also offers comprehensive arthritis management, along with treatments for auto accidents, sports, and work injuries.
