What Is PRP Therapy? Understanding Its Uses and Benefits

The body possesses remarkable self-healing abilities that can be harnessed for recovery and wellness. At CdR Plastic Surgery in Honolulu, HI, we offer PRP Therapy to support your body’s natural healing processes and enhance your overall health. Before scheduling an appointment, continue reading to learn how this therapy can benefit you!

What Is PRP Therapy? 

This revolutionary therapy takes your own platelet-rich plasma (PRP) to treat various issues in your body. During this treatment, Dr. de los Reyes will draw a small amount of blood from you and place the blood in a centrifuge, which spins at a high speed. This process separates the plasma and platelets from other components in your blood. Now, your plasma, which is rich in platelets, is injected back into your body. Dr. de los Reyes injects the platelet-rich plasma into the site of the injury or where you’re experiencing chronic pain to promote healing and regeneration. This procedure is safe and performed as an outpatient treatment.

The Benefits of PRP Therapy

The main benefit of PRP Therapy is that it is all-natural and doesn't use any synthetic chemicals. It is simply the blood from your body, so you don’t have to worry about allergic reactions. Doctors may use it to help treat musculoskeletal injuries, such as such as sports-related tendon injuries or tennis elbow.

Along with these injuries, it may be recommended for arthritis. Arthritis is an inflammatory condition that can cause pain and swelling in the joints. It can also affect mobility, and in cases like rheumatoid arthritis, can cause deformities in the limbs. PRP therapy can help reduce inflammation and pain, which can improve the patient’s quality of life. 

People also use this procedure to achieve a rejuvenated look. It helps create tighter and healthier-looking skin by stimulating new collagen production, effectively turning back the signs of aging. Additionally, practitioners may recommend PRP therapy for patients experiencing hair loss.

Contact CdR Plastic Surgery for an Appointment Today

If you are considering PRP Therapy, contact CdR Plastic Surgery in Honolulu, HI, at (808) 525-6590. We are happy to tell you more about this procedure and set you up with a consultation. Our team looks forward to helping you heal faster and feel your best!