We offer non-surgical treatment options for professional athletes and those with chronic pain. PRP injections work by stimulating the healing process, providing fast relief for various back pain conditions like degenerative disc disease. Here’s more on how spinal injections work:
How Spinal Injections Work
PRP injections use your body’s platelets, and growth factors to help heal inflammation and injuries. We do this by taking a blood sample from you. The sample is then placed into a centrifuge, which spins the blood. The centrifuge separates your blood into different layers: red blood cells, plasma, and platelets. Your injection contains the plasma and platelet layers that are used to boost your immune system in the target area.
This injection is given to specific trigger points on your body, such as torn ligaments, muscle soreness, or injured spinal discs. Once injected, your white blood cells, called macrophages, are naturally drawn to the injection site. White blood cells remove damaged tissues and cells, allowing your body to heal faster than you ordinarily would. Then the platelets release growth factors to stimulate collagen, production, and new tissue formation.
Doctor Carter also offers epidural injections to treat sciatica. Sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve in the spine is compressed or damaged. Symptoms may include pain, numbness, or a tingling sensation that goes down one leg. Epidural injections typically only take 5-10 minutes to perform, providing fast pain relief that can last for months.
Candidates for Spinal Injections
Platelet-rich plasma injections and spinal injections may benefit various individuals and their specific needs. We treat professional athletes, people experiencing chronic pain conditions, and those struggling to heal from previous injuries. Our treatment plans also offer anti-inflammatory benefits for those who are sensitive or unaffected by over-the-counter pain medication.
To see if you’re a candidate for spinal injections, you can contact us by phone, text, online form, or email. You can upload your X-rays and MRIs directly to us for a free cell-based therapy estimate. If you prefer text messages, you may send photographs of your injury as an attachment.
Treatment and Recovery Timeline
To get the most out of your cell-based therapy injections, Dr. Alicia Carter recommends high-dose PRP. This will continually boost your immune response as you heal. You may receive additional treatments depending on the severity of your case. If you’re an athlete, these injections can also help you prepare for your next event.
Most patients will experience relief from their conditions within just a few weeks, depending on their specific condition. What makes this treatment so effective is that the platelet-rich plasma will continue to aid your immune system months after your last injection. We also offer booster injections if necessary.
Schedule Your PRP Injections Today
At Regenerative Medicine and Orthopedics (DBA), we provide comprehensive treatment options for those experiencing back pain due to injuries or pre-existing conditions. Our treatment plans allow you to continue engaging in your favorite hobbies and sports without surgery. Contact us today to schedule your appointment and learn more about PRP and spinal injections. We’ll help you find the right treatment plan to help your recovery.