High Performance Foot and Ankle is dedicated to providing our patients with the latest and most innovative state of the art treatments, including PRP, which can be performed in our office!

WHAT IS PRP?

PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) is one of the most exciting newer developments in orthopedics. The injection is composed of portions of your own blood called plasma. The plasma of PRP is a form of stem cell technology that is rich with platelets and growth factors, which are very useful in the world of foot and ankle to promote you body’s natural healing process to occur and help damaged tissues regenerate. PRP can eliminate the need for steroids or surgery. It was originally sensationalized by its use in professional athletes. However, it’s use now is available in our office for healing of damaged tendons, ligaments, and joints.

Our body has a remarkable way of healing itself from injury ranging from cuts and scrapes to broken bones. This is because of our stem cells and growth factors that are in our own bodies. PRP harnesses your own body’s normal healing properties to stimulate and accelerate our healing response to any injury.

How is PRP Obtained?

PRP is obtained through a simple blood draw. Approximately 30cc’s of your blood is obtained and then spun in a centrifuge. The blood then separates into two parts leaving a red layer and a straw-colored layer. This straw-colored layer is the Plasma or PRP. This is what is injected into the affected area. The entire process takes about 30 minutes.

Is it safe?

Because PRP is merely components of your own blood that have been separated out, there is nothing artificial or extraneous added to it. As such, it may represent one of the safest treatment modalities we can offer a patient. It is also FDA approved, and accepted by all major professional sports as well as the International Olympic Committee.