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PRP Therapy In Toledo
Recently, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy has become a go to treatment for dermatologists and med-spas across the country. Doctors have seen the ability our own body has to heal itself and they are starting to use this technique more often. You may have heard PRP referred to as by a more ominous term, the vampire facial. This interesting name is derived from the process that is used in PRP therapy. If you would like to learn more about PRP therapy in Toledo, contact our staff today and we can answer any of your questions.What is Platelet-Rich Plasma?
Plasma is the liquid part of your blood and it is mostly made up of protein and water. This plasma allows red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to flow through your body. Platelets are the cells in your blood that are responsible for clotting. Platelets also play a key role in healing within the body.
Platelet-rich plasma is the part of your blood that helps your body heal the quickest, which is why many medical professionals use the technique for their patients.
What is PRP Therapy?
PRP therapy is a process in which your blood is drawn, processed, and reinjected into your body. Your blood will be drawn and then put through a machine that separates the platelet-rich plasma from the rest of the blood.
Next, you will receive a local numbing agent near the injection site and the platelet-rich plasma will be injected back into your skin, tendons, or soft tissue. You will receive multiple injections of platelet-rich plasma in the target area. The entire process can take anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour depending on how many injections are needed.
How Does Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy Work?
PRP therapy works by introducing a high level of platelet cells directly to an affected area of your body. Platelets break down after injection into growth factors. Growth factors are compounds that help cells in your body repair and renew themselves. The release of growth factors is what is believed to trigger your body’s healing process. PRP therapy reduces pain and promotes healing within the body.
What Can Be Treated With PRP Therapy?
There are several major areas in which doctors use PRP therapy for treatment. The first use is with tendon issues. Whether you have torn, sprained, or hyper-extended a tendon, PRP therapy can help treat the issue. PRP therapy is extremely effective at treating conditions such as tendinitis, rotator cuff tears, tennis elbow, and achilles ruptures.
PRP therapy is also an effective treatment for hair loss. PRP therapy can help with both male and female pattern baldness, which is also known as androgenic alopecia.
Facials are another common application of PRP therapy. PRP therapy has been shown to reduce the visible signs of aging in men and women. Fine lines and wrinkles fade after PRP treatment. The skin also becomes tighter. These treatments are often called vampire facials.
Is PRP Therapy Safe?
PRP therapy is a safe and effective treatment when performed properly by trained providers. There are very minimal side effects to PRP therapy, such as bruising and pain in the injection sites. Because you are using your own blood that has been through a simple process, there is very little risk involved.
While there are no serious side effects of PRP therapy there are a few things to consider. First, because we will be drawing your blood you will want to make sure you eat before the procedure. This will help keep any feelings of lightheadedness at bay. Lastly, keep in mind you will be receiving multiple injections. Therefore, if needles scare you, you may want to steer clear of PRP treatment.
Why Choose Us?
DRIP IV Hydration offers PRP therapy in Toledo. Our staff is highly trained and they have access to all of the most up to date technology for PRP therapy. Cleanliness is also very important when it comes to this treatment. We take extreme care to ensure that you will not get an infection from PRP treatment with us. If you think platelet-rich plasma therapy is right for you, call us today to schedule your appointment.
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