Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Injection

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Aging affects everything, including internal organs, bones, joints, skin texture, and tone. This is due to weakened cell and tissue recovery. The process of new cells replacing the dead ones becomes less robust as we age. 

One of the reasons for the profound aging impact is inadequate blood circulation due to the increased thickness of capillaries. Red blood cells and platelets, which contain growth factors that instigate cell and tissue recovery, do not make it to a majority of body tissues. As a result, issues like skin aging (crepe skin and dull tone and texture), reduced bone density and lost muscle strength start to surface.

Fortunately, you can reverse these aging effects by supplying platelets and growth factors to the affected body areas. The particular treatment process to provide body tissues with the required amounts of platelets is platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection therapy.

What is Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy?

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy involves using injections containing the concentration of a patient’s own platelets. These platelets are loaded with growth factors that accelerate the wound healing-like response once injected into the tendons, ligaments, joints, muscles, and skin.

PRP Therapy

Practitioners prepare PRP injections by taking one or two vials of blood from a patient’s veins. They put these in a centrifuge, separating red blood cells from plasma and platelets. The plasma and platelets (PRP) are re-injected into the patient’s body region needing treatment. Growth factors released by this natural serum boost the production of new cells, instigating a revitalizing response.

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PRP Injection Therapy Treatments

Platelet-rich plasma contains growth factors that can help treat numerous health conditions caused by weaker cell recovery. PRP therapy has been shown to help with the following problems.

Hair Loss

The hair grows from its follicle, which consists of tissues that help form hair strands. A follicle stops producing hair when a large number of its cells die or when it goes into the telogen (inactive) phase. Supplying PRP to the scalp area with dormant hair follicles can treat and prevent hair loss and promote growth. PRP may be a standalone hair loss treatment or can be coupled with other hair restoration procedures.

Skin problems

Injecting PRP into the skin can help resolve a myriad of skin issues, including skin texture problems, fine lines, wrinkles, and overall dullness. This treatment has also been found to help smoothen surgical and acne scars. You may also benefit from PRP with fillers, a treatment that helps restore fullness and addresses several skin concerns like fine lines and wrinkles. Your doctor will thoroughly examine your skin to formulate the most appropriate treatment plan.

Joint injury

Injuries accompany inflammation and pain, which can restrict the function of the affected area. Joint injuries lead to limited joint movement and excruciating pain. PRP injections help reduce stiffness of the joint muscles and provide lubrication, restoring joint function.

Torn tendons

PRP facilitates repair and healing when injected into damaged or torn tendons. This helps reduce pain and improve joint function. According to research, PRP therapy may help with conditions like tendinopathy.

Muscle Injuries

Research has shown PRP to be a viable muscle recovery solution. Activated platelets in PRP contain anabolic growth factors that help reduce pain, swelling, and time-outs.

Arthritis-related Pain

According to medical experts, PRP injections may help treat or prevent osteoarthritis by:

  • Preventing or reducing inflammation leading to osteoarthritis
  • Facilitating the formation of new cartilage
  • Supplying proteins that alter pain receptors, reducing the sensation of pain
  • Stimulating the production of the joint’s natural lubricating fluid, reducing the painful friction within the joint
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PRP Injection Therapy Benefits

PRP injection therapy offers numerous cosmetic and healthcare benefits. Here is a brief overview of some of those welfares.

Skin Rejuvenation

PRP injection therapy is a great way to repair aging signs and induce overall rejuvenation. Here is what makes this treatment so effective regarding skin rejuvenation.

  • PRP stimulates collagen and elastin production, making the skin taut and more youthful.
  • It can help rejuvenate hard-to-reach, delicate areas, such as the under-eye region, where using a laser is not recommended.
  • PRP comes from your blood, so your body is unlikely to show any adverse effects.
  • The results of PRP skin rejuvenation may last one year to 18 months, which is a pretty long duration provided the simplicity of this procedure.

Recovery From Sports Injuries

Sports injuries may cause damage to ligaments, tendons, muscles, and many other soft tissues. Some of these injuries may last longer than usual, interfering with the range of motion required to maintain performance or even normal functions.

PRP therapy helps promote healing in all the affected tissues mentioned above, restoring their function and overall mobility.

Inflammation Reduction

Inflammation, whether in the muscles, joints, or ligaments, is a complex development that may last weeks, months, or even years. With PRP therapy, you can promote healing in the inflamed body areas. This treatment also helps reduce swelling and the pain associated with it.

A Minimally Invasive, Simple Intervention

PRP therapy is a straightforward procedure from blood sample collection to its centrifugation and re-injecting of platelet-rich plasma. Not only is this curing technique harmless, but it may also reduce the need for surgery in some cases.

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Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) FAQs

How much does PRP treatment cost in Dubai?

The cost of PRP injection therapy depends on the reason you want to get this treatment. Another cost determinant is the severity of the problem you want to treat. You can discuss the pricing plan in detail during the initial consultation.

Is a PRP injection painful?

PRP injection therapy is a painless method to induce tissue recovery. There may be some discomfort, which is easily manageable. Even the injections administered into the joints cause minimal pain.

Is PRP good for thinning hair?

According to some clinical studies, PRP may help slow down the progression of hair loss. Generally, PRP is used to enhance the effects of hair loss treatments.

How long does PRP take to regrow hair?

You will notice a positive change in the hair growth process four months after PRP therapy. These results continue to occur one year after the procedure. You may need a PRP therapy session every year to maintain results.

Is PRP treatment safe?

There are no significant side effects associated with PRP treatment, mainly because it involves re-injecting platelet-rich plasma, which had been extracted from the patient’s own blood. Hence, it is a safe treatment that may only cause soreness and bruising at the injection site.

What is PRP for the face?

The particular term to denote PRP facial rejuvenation is vampire facial. The injected PRP harnesses the body’s ability to heal in order to induce the required facial rejuvenation.

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Whether you want to rejuvenate your skin or promote recovery from injury or inflammation, PRP injection therapy is one of the viable options to consider. However, it is imperative to consult a qualified practitioner to get this treatment. You can discuss this treatment plan with our skilled doctors at EuroMed Clinic Dubai. For more information, please book a consultation using the online form below.

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