PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)

What it is:

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy is a medical treatment that involves using a patient’s own blood to extract platelets and growth factors. This concentrated plasma is then injected into areas of the body that need healing, such as the skin, hair follicles, or joints.

Who needs it:

PRP is commonly used for:

• Hair loss (especially male and female pattern baldness)
• Skin rejuvenation (such as reducing wrinkles and fine lines)
• Joint injuries (knee, shoulder, elbow pain)
• Tendon injuries
• Chronic wounds (e.g., diabetic foot ulcers)

Benefits:

• Promotes healing: PRP accelerates tissue repair and regeneration.
• Reduces pain and inflammation: Useful for joint and soft tissue injuries.
• Improves hair growth: Stimulates dormant hair follicles.
• Enhances skin appearance: Helps reduce wrinkles, scars, and fine lines.
• Non-surgical: A minimally invasive procedure with little downtime.

Procedure:

1. Blood Draw: A small amount of blood is drawn from the patient’s arm.
2. Platelet Concentration: The blood is processed in a centrifuge to separate the platelets from the other blood components.
3. Injection: The concentrated PRP is injected into the targeted area, such as the scalp for hair restoration or the face for skin rejuvenation.

Recovery:

• The recovery period is typically quick, with minimal downtime.
• Some redness or swelling may occur at the injection site, but it usually subsides within a few days.
• For hair restoration, results may take a few months to become visible, with improvements often continuing for up to 12 months.

PRP is known for its natural healing properties, as it uses the body’s own growth factors to promote healing and rejuvenation.