Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy
About Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy
PRP therapy uses concentrated platelets from the patient’s own blood to promote healing of injured tissues.
Overview
Platelets contain growth factors that help repair tendons, ligaments, muscles, and joints.
Understanding The Procedure
Symptoms That May Require Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy
- ⦾ Chronic tendon pain
- ⦾ Sports-related injuries
- ⦾ Joint inflammation
- ⦾ Ligament injuries
- ⦾ Slow healing musculoskeletal conditions
Recovery & Outlook
PRP therapy may improve tissue healing and reduce pain.
Risks
- ⦾ Mild swelling after injection
- ⦾ Temporary pain at injection site
- ⦾ Infection risk
- ⦾ Bruising around injection area
- ⦾ Variable treatment effectiveness
Post-Operative Care
- ⦾ Avoid heavy exercise for a few days
- ⦾ Follow physiotherapy recommendations
- ⦾ Use prescribed pain medications if needed
- ⦾ Keep injection site clean
- ⦾ Attend regular follow-up appointments
Conclusion
PRP therapy supports recovery in sports injuries and orthopedic conditions.
Doctors Who Perform Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy
Meet experienced orthopedics (bone & joint care) doctors who regularly evaluate and perform platelet-rich plasma (prp) therapy.
Dr Naveen Kumar B M
MBBS, MS Orthopedics
KMC: 112492
Consultant Arthroplasty, Trauma, Sports Medicine ad Arthroscopy Surgeon
Dr Sharan Achar T
MBBS, MS Ortho, DNB, FASSI, FAO
KMC: 109282
Consultant Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon
Dr Sudhindra Dharmavaram
MBBS, MD (ANAES), FFPMRCA (UK) - Orthopedics
KMC: 80575
Consultant Orthopaedics Surgeon
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