PRP Injections
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy draws a small sample of your own blood, concentrates its platelets and growth factors, and injects that concentrate directly into an injured or painful joint, tendon, or muscle. By delivering your body's own healing compounds right to the site of injury, PRP is a popular option for athletes and active patients looking to recover from overuse injuries or manage joint pain without surgery.
What This Procedure Can Address
- Uses your own blood, drawn and processed the same day, no donor material involved
- Commonly used for knee, shoulder, elbow, and hip joint pain
- A frequent option for tendon injuries such as tennis elbow or Achilles tendinitis
- Popular among athletes and active patients recovering from sports or gym-related strain
- No incisions and typically no significant downtime
Technique & Recovery
A small blood sample is drawn and spun in a centrifuge to separate and concentrate the platelets, which are then injected into the treatment area under local guidance. The visit typically takes under an hour from draw to injection. Mild soreness or swelling at the injection site is common for a few days, with noticeable improvement often building over several weeks as the growth factors support the body's own repair process. Many patients see their best results after a series of sessions spaced several weeks apart, with the exact schedule depending on the joint or injury being treated.
How Dr. Fabio Can Help
Dr. Fabio evaluates each joint or injury individually to confirm PRP is an appropriate option before treatment, and will refer patients elsewhere when the underlying issue needs a different kind of care.