Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy in New Haven, CT
At Advanced Diagnostic Pain Treatment Centers, we offer Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy as part of our commitment to providing evidence-based, non-surgical options for musculoskeletal pain management.
PRP therapy uses the body's own healing properties to help repair damaged tissues, reduce inflammation, and promote recovery without the need for surgery or long-term medication use.
What is Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy?
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is a regenerative treatment that involves concentrating platelets from a small sample of a patient's blood and injecting them into an injured and inflamed painful area to stimulate healing.
PRP contains growth factors and anti-inflammatory proteins that can enhance the body’s natural repair processes.
Key Points About PRP:
PRP is not a stem cell treatment. It contains growth factors and cytokines derived from your own blood but does not include stem cells.
PRP contains the following growth factors: Epidermal growth factor, fibroblast growth factor, insulin-like growth factor, platelet-derived growth factor, transforming growth factor, and vascular endothelial growth factor.
Process: A blood sample is collected in a sterile setting, processed to isolate platelets, and then injected into the targeted area using ultrasound or anatomical guidance.
Clinical Uses of PRP Therapy
PRP therapy is considered for a range of musculoskeletal conditions, including:
Joint pain related to osteoarthritis (knee, hip, shoulder)
Tendon injuries such as tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, plantar fasciitis, and trigger finger
Discogenic spine pain
Chronic, non-healing wounds where enhanced tissue regeneration may be beneficial
PRP is also used in other fields, including dermatology for hair restoration.*
*In a randomized controlled trial focused on hair restoration, Gentile et al. (published in Stem Cells Translational Medicine, 2015) demonstrated that PRP injections improved hair count and density over a two-year period in male patients.
What to Expect from PRP Therapy
Procedure Duration: Typically completed within an hour, including blood draw, processing, and injection.
Recovery Time: Most patients resume normal activities the same day or shortly after.
Results Timeline: Tissue healing and symptom improvement often develop gradually over 2–3 months.
Risks: As PRP is prepared from the patient’s own blood and performed under sterile conditions, the risk of infection or transmission of disease is very low. Minor soreness or swelling at the injection site may occur temporarily.
Individual results can vary. A consultation is recommended to determine whether PRP therapy is an appropriate option for your specific condition.
Why Choose Advanced Diagnostic Pain Treatment Centers for PRP Therapy?
Extensive experience in interventional pain management and regenerative therapies
Evidence-based, patient-centered approach to musculoskeletal pain treatment
Convenient location in New Haven, accessible to patients across Connecticut
Serving patients throughout New Haven County, Fairfield County, Middlesex County, Hartford County, New London County, and Litchfield County and throughout the Northeast.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How long does relief from a PRP injection typically last?
Pain relief may last months to years, depending on the underlying condition and response to treatment.
Is PRP therapy painful?
Most patients experience minimal discomfort during the injection and may have mild soreness afterward, which typically resolves within a few days.
How many PRP sessions are needed?
Treatment recommendations vary by condition. Tendon or joint conditions often respond to one or two injections.
Is PRP the same as Stem Cell Therapy?
People often think PRP is the same as stem cell therapy—but it’s not the same. For more information on stem cell therapy, visit the regenerative medicine section of this website.
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