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PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma)Therapy

In Pensacola, FL

 

OVERVIEW OF PRP

PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma), also called autologous conditioned plasma, is part of the Orthobiologics category of treatment - which are substances, such as cells and growth factors, made from elements that are naturally found in your body. When other types of treatment, such as physical therapy or medications cannot effectively treat the condition, and if the patient is a good candidate for Orthobiologics treatment, our physicians in Pensacola, Florida may consider PRP injection therapy.

 

PRP THERAPY

PRP Therapy is a non-surgical, in-office procedure where a concentrated mixture of platelets and proteins is created from a sample of a patient's blood. The mixture, called plasma, is then injected into the damaged are of the injury or condition utilizing digital imaging such as Fluoroscopy, Single Portal Scope or MSK Ultrasound to assist in delivering a PRP injection precisely into the area of injury.

PRP can also be added as part of a surgical procedure in order to potentially assist for quicker healing and is administered while the patient is still under sedation.

 

 

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THE PRP PROCESS

STEP 1: About 20cc of blood is drawn from the patient.

 

STEP 2: The blood is placed in a centrifuge where it is spun to create a mixture of plasma that is concentrated with platelets and growth factors.

 

STEP 3: The concentrated mixture is transferred into a sterile syringe and injected into the area needing treatment utilizing digital imaging such as ultrasound, fluoroscopy or single portal scope.

 

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WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PRP THERAPY

Normally, speed of recovery could be quicker when PRP is utilized, patients have also reported using less pain medication, and experiencing a greater range of motion over shorter period of time.

As a whole, patients have reported significantly less pain and are able to return to regular daily activities quicker. Ultimately, the primary goal of the procedure is an attempt to decrease pain and thereby increase function.

 

CONDITIONS AIDED PRP THERAPY

PRP therapy may be a good option for conditions such as:

• mild to moderate knee arthritis
• tennis elbow
• other types of joint and tendon/ligament conditions

 

 

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

Please contact our office at 850-407-7840 for a complete cost breakdown.

It is important to note that although PRP Therapy is an innovative, minimally invasive
and effective treatment option, insurance providers do NOT cover it at this time. The procedure is currently considered experimental, and/or investigational, or listed as not medically necessary by providers, so the patient will be held responsible for all
costs related to this procedure.