New Life Ortho

PRP

in San Antonio, TX and Boerne, TX

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About Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is an innovative type of regenerative medicine that can accelerate your natural healing ability. At New Life Ortho we use PRP to treat a wide range of injuries and disorders and to help you recover from surgery quickly and safely.


Call New Life Ortho in San Antonio, TX and Boerne, TX or schedule a consultation online today to find out how PRP can help you.

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PRP Q & A

What is PRP?

PRP is a serum made from a sample of your blood that is rich in platelets. Platelets, along with your red and white blood cells, are one of the solid components of your blood. 


Platelets contribute to the clotting process, but they also carry the proteins and growth factors that your body uses to repair and create cells.


PRP therapy harnesses the power of your platelets, and delivers it directly into your injured or degenerated tissue. It stimulates and supports your healing response, potentially helping you recover rapidly. 


By healing the underlying condition causing your pain and other symptoms, PRP provides long-lasting relief and restores your quality of life. It can reduce or eliminate your reliance on medication, and in some cases, avoid surgery.


How can PRP help orthopaedic injuries and conditions?

Medical researchers are currently studying PRP and other regenerative medicine therapies and identifying new potential uses all the time. Some of the conditions that might improve with PRP therapy include:


  • Osteoarthritis
  • Bone fractures
  • Tendonitis
  • Bursitis
  • Tendon injuries
  • Muscle strains
  • Ligament sprains

With two convenient locations in San Antonio, New Life Ortho's board-certified orthopaedic surgeons use PRP to treat a wide range of injuries and disorders to help you recover from surgery quickly and safely.


What happens during a stem cell therapy treatment?

At New Life Ortho, our providers begin by drawing your blood. Next, they separate your blood in a centrifuge before combining your platelets and plasma to create your PRP serum. 


When your serum is ready, they inject it into your injured tissue. They often provide a local anesthetic to ensure your comfort during the injection. They may use Fluoroscopy, a special type of X-ray may be used to guide the needle to the precise location in your body. 


What should I expect after a PRP injection?

Even with the potential healing boost of PRP, your body needs time to repair and generate new cells. Every patient responds to PRP differently. Some notice an improvement in their symptoms in a week or two, while others need more time to heal. 


Additionally, you might need a series of PRP injections to achieve your optimal results. Our providers provide thorough exams and consultations and offers personalized advice on how PRP can help you and what to expect. 


If you have a painful or disruptive orthopaedic issue and want to find out how PRP can help you, call New Life Ortho or make an appointment online today. 


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