Blog posts by Category: PRP Education & Treatment
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Introduction: PRP and Athlete Recovery College athletes face high physical demands. As a result, injuries are common during training and competition. Because of this, athletic trainers and physicians continue to explore new approaches to recovery. One area of growing interest is platelet-rich plasma (PRP) preparation. PRP is prepared from an athlete’s own blood. Therefore, it…
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Introduction: PRP in Knee Osteoarthritis Research Interest in platelet-rich plasma (PRP) preparation continues to grow in musculoskeletal medicine. In particular, researchers are studying PRP preparation systems in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Recently, investigators at Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS in Rome, Italy, published research evaluating a neutrophil-depleted PRP preparation. This study adds to the…
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Introduction: Cash-Pay Services in Modern Medical Practice Medical practices are evolving. At the same time, many providers are exploring ways to grow outside of traditional insurance models. As a result, cash-pay medical services are gaining attention. These services are typically elective. In addition, they allow practices to offer specialized care, new technologies, and wellness programs…
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Introduction: Why PRP Preparation Quality Matters In orthobiologics, platelet-rich plasma preparation continues to grow in use. However, not all PRP is the same. In fact, the way a PRP preparation system separates cells can directly affect PRP composition. One key factor is the presence of neutrophils, a type of white blood cell. While neutrophils support…
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Introduction: Why Ultrasound Matters in PRP Procedures Interest in platelet-rich plasma preparation continues to grow across orthopedics and sports medicine. At the same time, clinicians are focusing on accuracy. Therefore, many now use ultrasound-guided PRP injections to improve precision. PRP is derived from a patient’s own blood. Clinicians use a PRP preparation system to concentrate…
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By Ryan Riggs, MD, for AAOE Why Physicians Are Exploring PRP Preparation Many physicians now explore platelet-rich plasma (PRP) preparation as part of modern musculoskeletal care. At the same time, patient awareness of regenerative medicine continues to grow. For example, media coverage of professional athletes has increased public interest in PRP procedures. As a result,…