Plasma rich in platelets

What is Plasma Rich Platelet (PRP) therapy?

Plasma or PRP which is rich in platelets, is a high concentration of endogenous blood platelets (itself), which is known to have the ability to help blood clots. This platelet has a growth factor consisting of various proteins and helps speed up the healing process after injury. In orthopedic treatment, platelet -rich plasma can be used, in certain cases, as an alternative for surgery. Plasma that is rich in platelets has been proven to have a strong regenerative potential for damaged tendons, ligaments and orthopedic soft tissue.

In addition, platelet-rich plasma has been proven to have significant anti-inflammatory benefits and in patients with early joint degeneration and arthritis, PRP can be a powerful tool to slow down inflammatory cascade that leads to progressive arthritis.

PRP is one of the biological treatments offered by Dr. Benedict Nwachukwu, an orthopedic specialist who uses the body’s natural ability to accelerate healing after orthopedic injury and which also reduces inflammation associated with early joint arthritis. For patients in Manhattan, New York City and around New York Boroughs, PRP has been proven to be a safe and effective non-invasive treatment option for ligaments, muscles, and damaged tendons.

How can plate plasma be obtained?

Plasma that is rich in platelets is obtained by taking blood samples from the patient. Centrifuge is used to turn blood and separate it into four main structures: plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. This allows Dr. Nwachukwu to eliminate plasma that is rich in platelets from other blood parts. PRP is then injected into the area of ​​damage in the shoulders, hips, knees or elbows.

What is PRP treatment?

Blood in the human body consists of red and white blood cells, platelets, plasma and growth factors. When the body is injured, the brain indicates platelets to move to injured areas to heal. This is done by growth factors that release blood that can stimulate cellular growth and cure damaged tissue. When additional platelets and regenerative proteins are inserted into damaged tissue, the healing rate and cellular repair increases. Beyond its regenerative potential, PRP has been proven to have strong anti-inflammatory properties. The benefits of anti-inflammatory not only help damaged tendons to heal but can reduce inflammation associated with early arthritis. When combined with Viscosupplementation, PRP has the potential to provide continuous joint pain assistance in patients with arthritis and mild early joint degeneration.

Is plasma injection rich in platelets successful?

Scientists have proven that PRP injections released a growth factor three to five times more than ordinary human blood. For soft tissue injuries this is useful because of accelerated healing, using the body’s natural abilities. Plasma therapy that is rich in platelets has shown great benefits for orthopedic sports drug injuries, especially those involving tendons, ligaments, and soft tissue.

What conditions or orthopedic injuries can be treated with PRP?

Plasma injections that are rich in platelets have shown promises in a number of orthopedic injuries including:

• Chronic tendon injury
• Acute muscle injury and ligament
• Cuff rotator injury
• Tendonitis
• Tampik tears and labral tears
• Shared instability
• Bursitis
• Osteoarthritis
• Injury to meniscus
• Cartilage injury

Does insurance include PRP therapy?

PRP injections are still considered experimental in the orthopedic field and some insurance will not include procedures. However, it is always the best to check with your operator. In cases where PRP is not borne by insurance, it will be provided based on “own payment”. Many patients in Manhattan, New York City and around New York Boroughs found comfort in the cost of PRP after discussing the treatment option with Dr. Nwachukwu.

For more information about Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and how it can help your orthopedic injury or condition, please contact Dr. Benedict Nwachukwu, MD, Orthopedic Biology Specialist, serving Manhattan, New York City and around New York Boroughs.