Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP).
A regenerative therapy that uses a patient's own blood to accelerate the healing of injured tendons, ligaments, muscles, and joints.
Key Information
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PRP uses your body’s own healing mechanisms to help manage selected joint, tendon and musculoskeletal conditions. Image guidance allows treatment to be accurately targeted to the intended area.
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PRP is a concentrated solution made from your own blood. It contains platelets and growth factors that may help support tissue healing and recovery.
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PRP may be considered for selected cases of osteoarthritis, tendon injuries, sports injuries and other musculoskeletal conditions. Suitability varies between patients.
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Advanced imaging helps visualise the treatment area and assists with accurate needle placement, allowing PRP to be delivered to the intended structure.
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Our experienced Interventional Radiologist provides image-guided PRP treatment at our Perth and Bunbury clinics, using advanced imaging technology and a specialist pain management approach.
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A small blood sample is collected and processed to concentrate the platelets. The PRP is then injected into the target area using image guidance. The procedure is performed as an outpatient treatment.
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PRP is not suitable for every patient or condition. Your diagnosis, symptoms, medical history and previous treatments will be assessed to determine whether PRP may be appropriate.
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Speak with your GP or specialist about whether PRP may be suitable for your condition. Our Perth and Bunbury clinics provide specialist image-guided PRP treatment.