What Is PRP Therapy?

Leading orthopedic physician, Dr. Steve Meadows offers to non-invasive treatment options to patients who do not want to have surgery or are not candidates for surgery. One of the most advanced procedures is called platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy. This revolutionary treatment makes it possible to relieve pain and speed up the healing process with a simple injection.

Platelet-rich plasma is made from your body’s own blood cells, which contain platelets. Platelets are your body’s “first responders” in an injury. They aid in the repair process for diseased or damaged tissues and attract stem cells, which are essential for natural regeneration of healthy tissue. A PRP therapy injection contains a higher concentration of platelets delivered specifically to the source of pain or injury. Patients may feel better with just one injection, and the results can be increased with subsequent PRP injections.

PRP therapy is an effective treatment for many musculoskeletal conditions, and it carries less risk and expenses than surgical treatment.

A trained orthopedic surgeon like Dr. Meadows can evaluate your condition and determine if PRP therapy is an option. To schedule an evaluation, please use our online form or contact South Palm Orthopedics Stem Cell Therapy Center at (561) 496-6622.