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What is the PRP process?

PRP Process: A: Collection of your own blood, B: Utilizing the centrifuge to separate the platelets and growth factors from the blood, C: The separation of components into 2 vials, D: the injection of the platelet rich plasma to the affected area. A C B D 3621 Science Drive • MaDiSon, Wi 53711 • uWSportSMeDicine.org

What is PRP in tendon disease?

PRP is the concentration of platelets derived from the plasma portion of one’s own blood3. While platelets are widely known to play a large role in clotting processes, their use in treatment of tendon disease is due to their abundance of enzymes and growth factors related to the healing process4,5.

What parameters should be taken into account when considering PRP?

There are several parameters that need to be taken into account when considering PRP, including: platelet concentration above baseline, whether or not leucocytes are included, whether or not the PRP has been anticoagulated and whether it requires exogenous activation. Platelet count is the first variable to consider.

Why is PRP so popular?

The initial popularity of PRP grew from its promise as a safe and natural alternative to surgery. PRP advocates promoted the procedure as an organically based therapy that enabled healing through the use of one’s own natural growth factors. In recent years, scientific research and technology has provided a new perspective on platelets.