Living with persistent hip and knee pain can be incredibly frustrating, limiting your ability to move freely and enjoy life. Many active healthy patients are seeking a regenerative solution for hip and knee pain: Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy. Recent evidence shows that PRP can provide temporary relief for mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis symptoms.1 Let’s explore the science behind PRP and the regenerative benefits using biologics.
The Science Behind PRP
When we suffer an injury, our body rushes platelets to the site. These platelets trigger a healing response. PRP Therapy amplifies this process, delivering a high concentration of platelets directly to the area of pain.
What does PRP Therapy Involve?
PRP therapy involves drawing a small amount of the patient's blood, processing it to concentrate the platelets, and then injecting this platelet-rich plasma into the painful area. Platelets contain growth factors that promote healing and tissue regeneration.
Benefits of PRP for Hip and Knee Pain:
Reduces Inflammation:
The growth factors in PRP help reduce inflammation, a primary source of pain in hip and knee conditions. By targeting inflammation, PRP can provide significant pain relief.
Promotes Healing:
PRP stimulates the body’s natural healing processes. The growth factors in PRP aid in the repair of damaged tissues, improving joint function and mobility over time.
Minimizes Need for Medications:
Many patients with hip and knee pain rely on pain medications, which can have undesirable side effects. PRP therapy can reduce the need for these medications by addressing the underlying cause of pain.
Enhances Joint Function:
By promoting the healing of damaged tissues and reducing inflammation, PRP therapy can lead to improved joint function and increased range of motion, helping patients maintain an active lifestyle.
Natural and Safe:
PRP therapy uses the patient's own blood, making it a natural treatment option with a low risk of adverse reactions.
Why Choose PRP for Hip and Knee Pain?
PRP therapy is minimally invasive and can be done in the clinic. PRP is a promising alternative for those looking to avoid surgery and reduce dependency on medications. Patients typically experience a reduction in pain and an improvement in joint function within a few weeks of treatment.
To explore the benefits of PRP therapy for your hip and knee pain, contact our orthopedic practice today and schedule a consultation.
AUTHOR: Dr. Paul Jacob is a certified master surgeon in joint replacement and robotic joint replacement of the hip and knee in Oklahoma City. Dr. Jacob is recognized as one of the Top 3 Orthopedic Surgeons in Oklahoma, who has performed over 5000 robotic joint replacement procedures. Dr. Jacob is active in numerous research studies on joint replacement technology and robotic outcomes.
References:
1. https://www.aahks.org/position-statements/biologics-for-advanced-hip-and-knee-arthritis/
