| PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) |
| Platelets are cell fragments containing active enzymes and mitochondria.
Plasma is the fluid part of blood containing dissolved proteins, glucose, clotting factors, mineral ions, and hormones.
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Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy utilizes the natural healing capabilities of autologous (from the patient) platelets in wound healing and tissue repair. Torn and degenerative tendons and ligaments are potential targets for this treatment because the growth factors released by platelets promote angiogenesis (new blood vessel formation), which helps deliver healing cells, healing proteins, and healing nutrients to the damaged tissue.
Growth factors released by platelets include isomers of platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF), transforming growth factors-β, vascular endothelial growth factor, and epithelial growth factor. By stimulating the release of these growth factors and other proteins PRP provides the optimum environment for tissue healing.
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| PRP PROCUREMENT |
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The information offered on this website is for educational purposes only. This website does not imply or give medical advice. The information presented here should be discussed with your health care provider prior to any treatment so that you have proper informed consent and understand that there are no guarantees to healing.
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