If you have an injury or condition that causes chronic pain, platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP therapy) might be right for you. PRP therapy is an innovative method for treating soft tissue damage and the chronic pain associated with such injuries. Dr. Darin Bush, the board-certified osteopathic family medicine doctor at Mobility Spine and Sports in Fort Lauderdale, FL, offers PRP therapy for treating soft tissue injuries and chronic pain conditions.
Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy (PRP)
Platelet-rich plasma therapy uses platelets from an individual’s own blood to quicken the healing of injuries to tendons, ligaments, muscles, and joints. Blood contains small particles called platelets, which work to stop bleeding by helping the blood clot. Additionally, platelets aid in the healing process of wounds.
PRP therapy is performed by extracting samples of blood from the injured patient. The blood samples are then placed in a centrifuge that separates the different particles or components of the blood from one another, including plasma, platelets, red blood cells, and white blood cells. Once the platelets have been isolated, they are concentrated to form a platelet-rich plasma substance.
A needle is used to inject the platelet-rich plasma directly into the damaged soft tissue, such as an injured elbow joint. If needed, ultrasound technology can be used to guide the needle's placement in the correct location. Once injected, the platelet-rich plasma aids in the healing process by stimulating the growth of cells that begin repairing the damaged tissue.
Conditions Treated with PRP Therapy
Platelet-rich plasma therapy can effectively treat many soft tissue injuries and conditions. At our office in Fort Lauderdale, FL, PRP therapy is used to treat the following conditions and injuries:
- Joint pain
- Tendonitis
- Arthritis pain
- Fibromyalgia
- Achilles tendon injuries
- Bulging/slipped discs
- Rotator cuff tears
- Tennis elbow
- Sciatica pain
- Tendinosis
How PRP Therapy Helps with Chronic Pain
PRP therapy can treat chronic pain associated with joint injuries, arthritis, and other conditions. It helps by reducing inflammation, aiding in tissue repair, and accelerating the natural healing process, all of which ultimately alleviate the pain caused by damage to the affected tissue. In addition to providing pain relief, other benefits of PRP therapy include being noninvasive, reducing the need for certain medications, preventing the need for surgery, and having minimal to no side effects.
PRP therapy is an effective treatment for reducing chronic pain associated with certain conditions. Call Mobility Spine and Sports in Fort Lauderdale, FL, at (954) 414-7080 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Bush to find out if you are a candidate for PRP therapy.