One of the most exciting emerging forms of regenerative medicine for soft tissue injuries is Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy. PRP injections are an increasingly popular alternative to surgery and are getting great results for patients of all ages. The physicians at Southwest Spine & Sports have been practicing regenerative medicine for decades and together have helped Arizona patients live pain-free. Whether you are an elite athlete or a Weekend Warrior if youre looking for a nonsurgical way to manage and eliminate your back, neck, joint or other pain, call Southwest Spine & Sports at (480) 860-8998 today!

No matter your age, activity level or condition, no one should have to live with pain. At Southwest Spine & Sports, weve used PRP to treat people in all phases of life, including:

PRP therapy can be used to treat a variety of acute and chronic injuries, including but not limited to:

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When tissue injury occurs, platelets collect at the site and begin to repair it. By concentrating these platelets and administering them straight into the injury site, we can deliver a powerful mixture of growth factors exactly where you need it, dramatically enhancing your bodys natural healing process. This treatment may lead to a more rapid, more efficient, and more thorough restoration of the tissue to a healthy state.

The PRP injection is very safe at most, you may experience very mild pain, stiffness or swelling. While any medical procedure carries a small risk of infection, since youre using your own blood this risk is minimal.

At Southwest Spine & Sports, we always start our PRP treatment with a musculoskeletal ultrasound. Ultrasound helps us pinpoint the exact location of the pain site, making the treatment much more effective for healing and pain relief. Because ultrasound is performed in real-time, our physician or physicians assistant has the ability to watch on a monitor as the needle is placed precisely in the correct position for the injection. A local anesthetic will be applied to the area followed by PRP injection with ultrasound guidance to ensure that the appropriate target is reached.

Musculoskeletal ultrasound is an invaluable part of our regenerative medicine procedures and allows us to deliver the most effective treatment right where it hurts eliminating the guesswork and helping us provide the best care possible.

The procedure takes approximately one to two hours, including preparation and recovery time. Performed safely in a medical office, PRP therapy relieves pain without the risks of surgery, general anesthesia, or hospital stays and without a prolonged recovery. In fact, most people return to their jobs or usual activities right after the procedure.

Some patients report swelling and stiffness or mild to moderate discomfort lasting a few hours after the injection. This is a normal response and is a sign that the treatment is working. Over time, the affected area will begin to heal and strengthen and you will experience considerably less pain.

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