PRP Injections at Encino Orthopedics Center

Platelet Rich Plasma Injections are part of a cutting-edge treatment plan, provided by the Encino Orthopedics Center to expedite patient recovery from personal injury, sports injury, or work injuries. Platelet Rich Plasma therapies are commonly used to treat:

• Chronic Tendon Injuries
• Arthritis
• Surgical Wounds
• Ligament & Other Muscle Related Injuries

Human blood is composed of several different parts. It is a liquid substance (plasma), which contains red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets. Blood platelets are known for their clotting ability, but also have large amounts of proteins, which are integral to the body's healing process following an orthopedic injury, or to treat arthritis.

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP), is a blood plasma which has been enriched to isolate proteins found in blood known to accelerate growth and healing. By processing the plasma to enrich the protein content, the process can yield ten times higher protein concentration.

The higher protein concentration in the blood plasma helps to expedite the healing process following an injury, resulting in less discomfort for patients.

There are many factors that affect treatment outcomes following an orthopedic injury, or a condition that has developed over time. PRP and its related treatment protocols currently hold great promise for patient care. However, it is important to note that because PRP is an innovative treatment protocol, it is important to note that the results will vary by patient. The most current and available published results indicate that the treatment is most effective for chronic tendon injuries.

To learn more about how PRP Injections may be incorporated as part of your treatment plan, to reduce the pain caused by tendonitis and other orthopedic injuries and conditions, contact Encino Orthopedics Center today. Encino Orthopedics Center specializes in minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery and non-surgical orthopedic treatment methods for patients of all ages. Expert orthopedic surgeon Dr. Reisch, will work with you to help you understand how PRP injections may help expedite the recovery time, and reduce pain from injuries.