Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy harnesses your body’s natural regenerative abilities to promote healing and repair damaged tissues. At Minimally Invasive Pain Specialists (MIPS) in Sterling Heights, Michigan, Dr. Ryan Hijazi, DO, a specialist in regenerative medicine, uses PRP injections to treat musculoskeletal injuries and degenerative joint conditions. By incorporating insights from platelet-rich plasma therapy in Dearborn, Michigan, our treatments target both acute and chronic conditions, helping patients recover faster and reduce pain naturally.
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What is PRP?
PRP is a concentration of platelets in your blood plasma. Platelets are essential for healing, as they release growth factors that stimulate tissue repair. PRP therapy works by delivering a concentrated dose of these platelets directly to injured or diseased tissues, helping your body heal faster.
The PRP used for injections is made from your own blood, so the risk of side effects is minimal. During your appointment, Dr. Hijazi draws a small blood sample and spins it in a centrifuge. This separates the platelets and plasma from other blood components, producing the PRP solution for your treatment.
How PRP Works
When injected, PRP delivers growth factors to the affected area, which help:
- Recruit stem cells to the injury site
- Enhance stem cell effectiveness
- Promote the formation of new blood vessels
- Stimulate the production of collagen, ligaments, tendons, muscles, and cartilage
- Protect healthy cells from degeneration
- Reduce inflammation
By leveraging your body’s own healing mechanisms, PRP can relieve pain and restore function.
Conditions Treated with PRP
PRP therapy is versatile and can be used for both medical and cosmetic purposes. At MIPS, Dr. Hijazi focuses on musculoskeletal applications, including:
- Arthritis of the knee, hip, or shoulder
- Rotator cuff tears
- Tennis elbow
- Hip bursitis
- Ligament and tendon injuries
- Chronic back pain
- Neck pain
PRP is effective for both acute and chronic conditions, including injuries that are slow to heal or inflammatory disorders.
What to Expect During Treatment
Dr. Hijazi uses advanced imaging techniques to precisely guide the PRP injection to the targeted tissue. This ensures that the platelets are delivered exactly where they are needed for maximum healing.
Why Choose PRP Therapy?
PRP is a minimally invasive treatment that uses your body’s own natural healing power. It is safe, effective, and can help you recover from injuries, reduce pain, and improve function without surgery.