PRP Injections - Orthopedic Indications
What is PRP? How does PRP work?
Platelets are blood cell fragments that are rich in growth factors. When an injury occurs, platelets rush to the injury site and release growth factors to start the healing process. Platelets can be drawn from a patient’s own blood and concentrated. This is called platelet rich plasma or PRP. PRP can be injected into an injured ligament, muscle, joint or into the spine. This can accelerate or reinvigorate healing by stimulating new tissue production resulting in stronger tissue, reduced pain and improved function.
Listen to Dr. Carter explain how PRP works and what make her customized, high-dose PRP treatments work better and last longer than others.
PRP Injections for Spine and Orthopedic Conditions
Many studies have become available demonstrating the safety and efficacy of PRP for a variety of health conditions. PRP has been shown to be effective for spine and orthopedic conditions that have failed other treatments, such as: rotator cuff tears, degenerative discs, sciatica, tennis elbow, meniscal tears, arthritic joints, plantar fasciitis and ankle sprains. Some studies have shown that PRP can to stop the progression of arthritis. Rafael Nadal and Tiger Woods have had success with PRP.
How is PRP or PRF done?
There are many different PRP machines and different types of PRP (traditional PRP, leukocyte-rich PRP. leukocyte-poor PRP, platelet rich fibrin/PRF, please lysate). Some ways of processing PRP are better than others. Doctors also have their own PRP after care protocols.
PRP can be performed in the office. Ultrasound or x-ray guidance is strongly recommended to ensure the right target is treated. Blood is drawn from the patient and placed in a special centrifuge that separates the platelets from the red blood cells. The concentrated platelets (PRP or PRF) are then used for treatment. The injured area should first be anesthetized with a non-toxic anesthetic before the actual PRP injection is performed under x-ray or ultrasound guidance. The entire procedure takes about an hour.
Not everyone is a good candidate for platelet rich plasma. A proper medical and orthopedic evaluation with imaging is strongly recommended to avoid a waste of time and expense.
Why choose Dr. Alicia Carter?
There are different types of PRP and different doses.
- Dr. Carter is a Top Doctor and a regenerative medicine expert. She has been using PRP to help her patients, including professional athletes and dancers, for over 15 years.
- Dr. Carter uses the newest generation PRP system available and customizes the PRP for the patient. Her patients typically need only 1 injection; not a series of 2-3 treatments recommended elsewhere.
- The entire procedure is done by Dr. Carter – not a nurse or physician assistant.
- Dr. Carter prescribes and uses medication to control injection-related pain before, during and after the procedure for minimal discomfort.
- Patients of Dr. Carter’s are given a complete treatment plan, not just the injection.
- Dr. Carter has some of the best outcomes and her treatments last much longer than most. How do we know? Dr. Carter often sees patients who had PRP elsewhere. When their treatment does not work as expected or don’t last, those same patients eventually come to see Dr. Carter.
Dr. Carter discusses the use of PRP for back pain and why a comprehensive approach works best for any orthopedic condition
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Why choose Dr. Alicia Carter?
There are different types of PRP and different doses.
- Dr. Carter is a Top Doctor and a regenerative medicine expert. She has been using PRP to help her patients, including professional athletes and dancers, for over 15 years.
- Dr. Carter uses the newest generation PRP system available and customizes the PRP for the patient. Her patients typically need only 1 injection; not a series of 2-3 treatments recommended elsewhere.
- The entire procedure is done by Dr. Carter – not a nurse or physician assistant.
- Dr. Carter prescribes and uses medication to control injection-related pain before, during and after the procedure for minimal discomfort.
- Patients of Dr. Carter’s are given a complete treatment plan, not just the injection.
- Dr. Carter has some of the best outcomes and her treatments last much longer than most. How do we know? Dr. Carter often sees patients who had PRP elsewhere. When their treatment does not work as expected or don’t last, those same patients eventually come to see Dr. Carter.
Dr. Carter discusses the use of PRP for back pain and why a comprehensive approach works best for any orthopedic condition
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Dr. Carter has an excellent safety record and has taught injection techniques all across the country.
Dr. Carter’s PRP protocols are backed by the latest scientific data. Her pre-and post injection protocols are unique and specifically tailored to the individual patient’s goals and objectives.
Fitness and sports enthusiasts of all levels, from weekend warriors to professional athletes have benefited under Dr. Carter’s care. Performing artists with career-threatening injuries have been able to return to their profession with Dr. Carter’s holistic approach to treatment.
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