Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections
A Personalized Regenerative Treatment Option
Platelet-Rich Plasma, commonly known as PRP, is prepared from a sample of your own blood. The blood is processed to create a concentrated platelet-rich preparation that is injected into the targeted treatment area.
At Spencer Orthopedics, PRP is considered within a comprehensive orthopedic treatment plan based on your diagnosis, symptoms, imaging, activity level, previous treatments, and individual goals.
Schedule a PRP ConsultationWhat Is PRP?
Platelets are naturally present in your blood and contain biologic components involved in the body's normal repair processes.
PRP treatment concentrates these platelets from your own blood and delivers them directly to a targeted musculoskeletal area.
Conditions That May Be Evaluated for PRP
PRP may be considered for selected conditions involving:
- Osteoarthritis
- Joint pain
- Tendon injuries
- Tendinitis
- Ligament injuries
- Sports injuries
- Soft-tissue injuries
- Persistent musculoskeletal conditions
Whether PRP is appropriate depends on your specific diagnosis.
Common Treatment Areas
PRP may be evaluated for conditions involving the:
- Shoulder
- Elbow
- Wrist and hand
- Hip
- Knee
- Ankle and foot
- Tendons
- Ligaments
What to Expect
Orthopedic Evaluation
Your provider evaluates your condition, imaging, symptoms, treatment history, and goals.
Blood Collection
A small sample of your blood is collected.
PRP Preparation
The blood is processed to concentrate the platelet-rich component.
Targeted Injection
The PRP preparation is delivered to the treatment area.
Follow-Up & Rehabilitation
Your provider may recommend activity modification, rehabilitation, or other treatments as part of your recovery plan.
PRP Within a Multidisciplinary Treatment Plan
PRP does not have to exist as a stand-alone treatment.
Depending on the condition, your orthopedic plan may also incorporate:
- Physical Therapy
- Chiropractic care
- Bracing
- Other injection therapies
- Activity modification
- Surgical evaluation when appropriate
Spencer Orthopedics currently emphasizes this combination of non-surgical therapies, regenerative medicine, rehabilitation, and orthopedic care as part of its broader musculoskeletal model.
Is PRP Right for You?
Not every joint or musculoskeletal condition requires regenerative treatment. An orthopedic evaluation can help determine the source of your symptoms and whether PRP should be considered among your treatment options.
Request a PRP EvaluationPRP FAQs
No. PRP is an injection-based treatment.
PRP is prepared from the patient's own blood.
Treatment frequency depends on the diagnosis, severity of the condition, and individualized treatment plan.
Yes. When appropriate, Physical Therapy can be coordinated with PRP treatment as part of a broader rehabilitation plan.
