Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections have become increasingly popular in recent years as a treatment for a variety of conditions. PRP is a type of regenerative medicine that uses a patient’s own blood to promote healing and tissue regeneration.

What are PRP injections?

PRP injections involve drawing a small amount of a patient’s blood and then processing it to concentrate the platelets. The concentrated platelets are then injected back into the patient’s body at the site of injury or tissue damage. Platelets contain growth factors and other proteins that play a critical role in the body’s healing process. By injecting a concentrated dose of these platelets directly into the site of injury, PRP injections can help accelerate the healing process and reduce inflammation.

What are PRP injections used for?

PRP injections are commonly used to treat a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, such as:

  • Tendonitis
  • Ligament injuries
  • Arthritis
  • Muscle strains
  • Rotator cuff injuries
  • Tennis elbow
  • Knee injuries

Mr Gulihar is absolutely brilliant. Following treatment I can sleep fully now. He has worked miracles and has resolved my problems with tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow.

I just found everything to be really good and positive and Mr Gulihar explained everything clearly. He was friendly and polite. I have had an excellent result from the course of PRP injections for elbow osteoarthritis and common extensor origin tendinopathy. I am very pleased with the overall experience.

I had two lots of treatment of PRP injections into each shoulder on two separate occasions. I have always found Mr Gulihar to be exceptionally professional and empathic. He explained the treatment and any side effects and was very supportive of my accessing the treatment via the NHS. My overall experience in Mr Gulihar’s NHS clinic and the staff working with him was very good. The outcome of treatment in both shoulders has really worked. I have had an excellent outcome and I am very pleased.

Benefits of PRP injections

PRP injections offer several potential benefits, including:

  • Non-surgical: PRP injections are a non-surgical treatment option that can help patients avoid more invasive procedures.
  • Reduced healing time: By accelerating the healing process, PRP injections can reduce the time it takes for patients to recover from an injury or surgery.
  • Reduced inflammation: Inflammation is a natural response to injury, but it can also slow down the healing process. PRP injections can help reduce inflammation and promote healing.
  • Low risk of side effects: Because PRP injections use a patient's own blood, there is a low risk of adverse reactions or side effects.

Risks of PRP injections

While PRP injections are generally considered safe, there are some potential risks associated with this treatment. These risks include:

  • Pain or discomfort at the injection site
  • Infection
  • Nerve or tissue damage
  • Bruising
  • Swelling