Daily life takes a toll—whether it’s long hours on your feet, sitting at a desk, lifting at work, or pushing through weekend activities. Over time, this wear and tear can lead to nagging pain in your knees, shoulders, hips, or tendons. For many, the discomfort lingers despite rest, over-the-counter meds, or repeat cortisone shots. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy offers a minimally invasive, non-surgical alternative for those looking to activate the body’s natural healing ability—without jumping straight to surgery or relying on temporary fixes.
How PRP Works
PRP is created from your own blood. During your visit, we draw a small sample, spin it in a specialized centrifuge, and separate the platelet-rich layer. This concentrated solution contains a higher level of platelets and growth factors than normal blood.
Under ultrasound or fluoroscopic guidance (when needed), this PRP is injected into the specific area of concern—such as a painful knee joint, a worn tendon, or a chronically irritated ligament. The goal is to bathe those tissues in growth factors that may help support tissue repair and reduce inflammation over time.
Conditions We Commonly Address with PRP
PRP is often considered for:
- Mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis
- Tennis elbow/golfer’s elbow and other chronic tendinopathies
- Shoulder issues, including rotator cuff–related pain (when appropriate)
- Certain hip, ankle, and foot tendon problems
It is not a cure, and it’s not appropriate for every diagnosis, especially in cases of severe structural damage or advanced arthritis where joint replacement may be more realistic.
What to Expect from PRP Therapy in Columbus?
- Visit length: Usually 45–90 minutes, including consultation, blood draw, processing, and injection.
- Anesthesia: A Local anesthetic may be used for comfort during the injection.
- Downtime: Most people can walk out of the clinic the same day; some experience soreness for a few days.
- Results timeline: If PRP helps, improvements typically appear gradually over weeks to months, not overnight.
We will review your imaging (X-ray, MRI if available), medical history, and activity level before recommending PRP. If your case is unlikely to respond, we will say so clearly.
If joint or tendon pain is slowing you down in Columbus, call NexGenEsis Healthcare or request an appointment online to find out whether PRP therapy is a realistic option for you.
