Platelet Rich Plasma therapy (PRP)

Platelet-rich plasma therapy is defined as a treatment that maximizes the ability of platelets to repair tissue at astonishing rates to achieve a multitude of desired effects. Throughout an entire PRP therapy session, PRP is applied to the various areas in the body to enhance the repair and rejuvenation of those tissues. The result of PRP therapy typically manifests in improved skin texture, reduction of scars, increase in hair follicle activity, strength in ligaments and tendons and more. 

The standard operating procedure for PRP therapy involves drawing a patient’s blood in office. Once the blood is drawn, the blood is placed in a centrifuge to separate the red blood cells from the platelets to create concentrated platelet rich plasma. Once the PRP has been isolated, injections into the targeted area are performed in office. This procedure takes approximately 70-120 minutes depending on the application area.

Platelet rich plasma injections in various parts of the body (hair, face, joints, ligaments and tendons) stimulate the body's own mechanism to repair and regenerate new cell growth in the area that is injected into. Platelet rich plasma for hair loss, fine lines or scars and joint/ligament repair is an affordable option for most individuals. 

PRP treatment is widely used for treating different types of conditions or enhancing overall health. At Sirona Integrative Health we use platelet rich plasma injection to treat degenerative joint conditions like early osteoarthritis, ligament and tendon injuries and painful muscle/tendonopathies. 

Aside from treating musculoskeletal conditions , PRP therapy is also used in cosmetic applications such as skin or facial rejuvenation and hair restoration. Through the application of PRP with micro-needling and under eye injections, collagen production is stimulated and leads to a bright glow that lasts longer. In hair restoration the PRP stimulates active follicles to regenerate and increase hair growth. 

Fortunately most individuals qualify and are good candidates for PRP injections. At Sirona Integrative Health, patients are given a consultation prior to platelet rich plasma injections are performed to ensure that this is the appropriate treatment  modality for you. 

As with any injection, there is always a risk of infection, but because PRP injection therapy is derived from the own body there is not a risk of rejection. The most common side effects from platelet rich plasma injections (PRP) are swelling, pain at the injection site and stiffness. 

Platelet rich plasma injection therapy provides an effective low cost treatment option for various body applications. 

If you are looking to learn more about PRP  therapy in Portland, OR get in touch with us today! We look forward to working with you to achieve your health goals.