PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
Available at our Raynham, MA clinic
Concentrated platelets and growth factors to support tendon, ligament, and joint healing.
Platelet-Rich Plasma uses your own blood, concentrated to deliver a high dose of platelets and growth factors directly to an injured tendon, ligament, or joint to support a healing response.
In depth
What PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) actually does.
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) is one of the most-studied regenerative treatments in orthopedic medicine. It concentrates the platelets from your own blood — the cells that carry the growth factors your body uses to repair tendons, ligaments, muscles, and joints — and delivers them directly to the site of injury.
In our office, PRP is drawn, spun in a medical-grade centrifuge, and injected under precise guidance so the growth factors land exactly where healing is needed. The concentration process is what makes it work: a normal blood clot has a modest dose of growth factors; a well-prepared PRP injection can deliver 5–10 times that dose into a single tendon or joint.
Because PRP uses only your own cells, there is no risk of allergic reaction, no drug interactions, and no long recovery. It is one of the most reliable ways to restart a stalled healing response in tissue that has plateaued.
Who it helps
Is PRP Therapy Right for You?
If you're looking for a natural and effective way to address pain, improve mobility, or rejuvenate your appearance, PRP therapy might be the solution you've been seeking. This versatile treatment is suitable for individuals of all ages and activity levels, making it an excellent option for anyone looking to enhance their quality of life. Schedule a consultation with our team to learn more about how PRP therapy can help you live a healthier, more vibrant life.
How it works
How PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) works.
- 1Blood Collection: A small sample of your blood is drawn in a quick and straightforward process.
- 2Processing: The blood is spun in a centrifuge to isolate the platelets and plasma, creating a highly concentrated solution.
- 3Injection: The concentrated PRP is injected into the affected area, such as muscles, tendons, or skin, to promote healing and regeneration. This targeted approach ensures that the treatment is both effective and efficient.
What it's used for
The specific problems PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) solves for our patients.
Chronic tendinopathy
Tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, Achilles, patellar tendon, rotator cuff — tendons that never finished healing.
Ligament injuries
Partial UCL tears, ankle ligaments, and knee sprains that keep re-injuring.
Post-surgical recovery
Some patients use PRP after surgery to support tissue healing and reduce lingering pain.
Why patients choose it
- Autologous — made from your own blood
- One 60-minute visit; back to daily activity within 48 hours
- Can be combined with A2M, shockwave, or decompression
- No cortisone, no NSAIDs required to reach the result
- Real biological healing rather than symptom masking
Evidence & mechanism
PRP has hundreds of peer-reviewed clinical studies behind it, particularly for lateral epicondylitis, patellar and Achilles tendinopathy, and chronic knee degeneration. Recent systematic reviews consistently place PRP ahead of cortisone for long-term outcomes in chronic tendinopathy, and show durable functional improvement in select knee degeneration cases when compared to hyaluronic acid.
Who is a good candidate
PRP is a strong fit for patients with a well-defined tissue problem — a specific painful tendon, ligament, or joint — that has not responded to rest, physical therapy, or medication. We are honest about who is not a good candidate: severe end-stage arthritis, active infection, and certain blood disorders are situations where we recommend a different path.
Most tissues heal — they just need the right signal.
Our PRP patients typically feel a shift by week 4, with continued improvement out to 12 weeks. Chronic tendons that failed cortisone and physical therapy often turn a corner after one or two well-placed PRP injections, and we track outcomes so we can tell you honestly whether a second injection is worthwhile.
“I'd had cortisone in my elbow three times and it kept coming back. One PRP and eight weeks later, I'm back to lifting without the ache.”
What to expect
Plan for 60 minutes. Soreness is common for 2–5 days; meaningful improvement typically develops over 6–12 weeks. The entire process is performed in-office and typically takes less than an hour, allowing you to quickly return to your daily routine with minimal disruption.
Conditions it may help
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