Platelet-rich plasma treatment - Warsaw and Płock

What is platelet-rich plasma?

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is an autologous blood-derived material obtained directly from the patient's peripheral blood. It is characterised by a particularly high concentration of platelets (PLT - platelet count per mm3). PRP is also known as a concentrate of growth factors (Plasma Rich Growth Factors) because studies show that PRP contains over 30 growth factors, as well as a set of biomolecules that actively participate in the healing process and tissue regeneration. PRP is widely used in various fields of medicine. At OrtoGo, we specialise in using PRP for tissue regeneration and treating orthopaedic injuries.

How does Tropocells PRP™ work?

PRP treatment is called regenerative therapy because it stimulates the patient's own cells to regenerate and rebuild. Regenerative medicine procedures using PRP are applied to a wide range of musculoskeletal problems. After injecting the obtained PRP, the degranulation process of alpha granules in the platelets begins, and growth factors are released. Most of them are released by the platelets within the first hour of injection. PRP therapy also promotes the formation of new blood vessels, which improves tissue nourishment, blood supply, and oxygenation.

What are growth factors and how do they work?

Growth factors are proteins released from platelets. Their role is to stimulate the regeneration process in the area where PRP is injected, as well as to support the formation of collagen and new blood vessels (angiogenesis).

Głównymi czynnikami stymulującymi terapię regeneracyjną są:

TGF (Transforming Growth Factor) - a growth factor that strengthens the extracellular matrix and manages cells during their growth process.
PDGF (Platelet-Derived Growth Factor) - a platelet growth factor that supports the growth of blood vessels, capillaries, and skin renewal.
EGF (Endothelial Growth Factor) - a growth factor that stimulates the formation of new collagen.
FGF (Fibroblast Growth Factor) - a growth factor responsible for angiogenesis (the formation of new blood vessels) and supporting the growth of specialised cells.

How is the Tropocells PRP™ procedure performed and how should you prepare?

Before the procedure, it's important to ensure adequate hydration (it's recommended that the patient drinks about 1.5 liters of water). It's also advised to stop taking aspirin at least 4 days before the procedure.

The platelet-rich plasma injection procedure takes up to 40 minutes, depending on the site of PRP injection. It is performed in three stages.

The first stage involves blood collection. The medical staff collects the blood into a sterile, certified tube specifically designed for this procedure. The blood collection takes only a few seconds and is similar to a regular blood draw.

Next, the collected blood in the vacuum tube is placed in a medical office centrifuge. Through spinning and isolation processes in the centrifuge, the appropriate fractions of the material are separated, and the PRP is prepared. Depending on the procedure, between 1 and 3 milliliters of PRP are collected. The attending doctor may instruct multiple tubes to be collected and spun to increase the amount of PRP. Larger joints such as the shoulder or hip may require more PRP. This entire process typically takes between 5 to 15 minutes, depending on the chosen package.

The third and final stage is the injection of the harvested material into the patientm, which may cause slight discomfort. However, due to the small volume of material injected, the procedure is quick. In some cases, the injection may be performed under ultrasound guidance for precision. It's advisable to immobilize the injected area with a stabilizer or brace after consulting with the doctor.

Regenerative medicine treatments using platelet-rich plasma (PRP) are characterized by a very rapid recovery period. They are performed on an outpatient basis (in a clinic without the need for hospitalization), allowing patients to return home independently after the procedure. No additional stay in a medical facility is required.

The amount needed to achieve the desired effects, the method of administration, or performing the procedure under ultrasound guidance each time is an individual decision of the attending physician. The OrtoGo orthopaedic team has a wide range of expertise supported by many years of experience in consulting and administering PRP to numerous patients.

Application of Tropocells PRP™ therapy in regenerative orthopaedics and sports medicine

Modern regenerative orthopaedic methods enable dealing with various conditions without the need for surgical treatment. PRP therapy in orthopedics is successfully used for joint and tendon injuries, helps in treating spinal pain syndromes, as well as changes and overload syndromes. It can also be used to support postoperative therapy, during musculoskeletal injuries, or in cases of cartilage defects in joints.

The strongly regenerative properties of PRP in regenerative orthopaedics are helpful in the following cases:

tennis elbow,
golfer's elbow,
heel spurs,
jumper's knee (patellar ligament inflammation),
runner's knee,
tendon, muscle, and ligament injuries/damage,
overuse injuries and changes,
various joint disorders and injuries – hip, knee, elbow, etc.,
fractures and non-union fractures (pseudoarthrosis),
accelerating the healing process of soft tissues – difficult-to-heal wounds,
pes anserine bursitis,
rotator cuff tendonopathies of the shoulder, impingement syndrome,
cartilage defects: post-traumatic and degenerative,
after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, meniscus repairs, joint cartilage repairs,
bone healing disorders,
tendon degenerative changes,
postoperative: after tendon repair surgeries such as Achilles tendon repair.

Is Tropocells PRP™ treatment safe?

Yes, treatments using Tropocells PRP™ are guaranteed to be safe. Platelet-rich plasma regenerative therapy is administered to the patient via intra-articular or peri-articular injection, making it non-invasive, safe, and characterized by a short recovery period. Moreover, Tropocells PRP™ is an autologous material derived from the patient's own blood, thus completely eliminating the risk of allergies, negative immune reactions, or infection from donor blood.

Advantages of using Tropocells PRP™ therapy

rapid relief from discomfort and pain
effective tissue regeneration and reconstruction using a natural method
non-invasive administration technique and short recovery period
no complications and patient safety
significant improvement in comfort and quality of life

Have you got questions? Get in touch with us - 22 100 45 20 or 24 337 62 66.

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