PLATELET RICH PLASMA THERAPY

PRP therapy offers a promising solution to accelerate healing of tendon injuries and osteoarthritis naturally without subjecting the patient to significant risk. PRP is an emerging treatment in a new health sector known as "Orthobiologics." The philosophy is to merge cutting edge technology with the body's natural ability to heal itself.

Blood is made of RBC (Red Blood Cells), WBC (White Blood Cells), Plasma, and Platelets. When in their resting state, platelets look like sea sponges and when activated form branches. Platelets were initially known to be responsible for blood clotting. In the last 20 years we have learned that when activated in the body, platelets release healing proteins called growth factors. There are many growth factors with varying responsibilities, however cumulatively they accelerate tissue and wound healing. Therefore after increasing the baseline concentration of these platelets, we are able to deliver a powerful cocktail of growth factors that can dramatically enhance tissue recovery.

We are happy to discuss the benefits of PRP therapy with you. Ask to speak with one of our physicians about it.

PRP History and Current Studies

PRP was initially used over 20 years ago in the Dental community to enhance wound healing in cancer patients with jaw reconstruction. Soon afterwards its applications extended across many fields of medicine from cardiovascular surgery to orthopaedics. Multiple studies are underway to help further refine the treatment and demonstrate its efficacy.

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Alvarado Orthopedic Medical Group Inc., 5555 Reservoir Drive Suite Number 104, San Diego, CA 92120 voice 619.286.9480 fax 619.286.4568
Helix Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, 8860 Center Drive Suite 350, La Mesa, CA 91941 voice 619.286.9480 fax 619.286.4568
Coronado Orthopedics, 230 Prospect Place, Suite Number 220, Coronado, CA 92118 voice 619.286.9480

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