Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections

A regenerative, non-surgical option that helps stimulate healing and reduce pain

What Is Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)?

Harnessing your body’s natural healing power

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections are a regenerative treatment used to help relieve chronic pain and support tissue healing by using a concentrated sample of your own platelets. PRP is made by drawing a small amount of your blood, processing it to concentrate growth factors, and then injecting that platelet-rich plasma into injured or painful tissues. This approach encourages your body’s own healing response and may help reduce inflammation, improve joint function, and support recovery from long-standing musculoskeletal conditions.

At Piedmont Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation in Greenville, SC, PRP is part of an individualized, non-surgical pain treatment plan aimed at addressing the underlying cause of pain, not just masking symptoms.

PRP injections may be considered for:

How It Works

A small amount of your blood is drawn, like a routine blood test
The blood is processed in a centrifuge machine to concentrate platelets and growth factors
The platelet-rich plasma solution is injected into the targeted tissue using precision guidance
Growth factors in the PRP help stimulate healing, cell activity, and inflammation modulation
The process typically takes about 30–60 minutes in the office

What You’ll Experience

You’ll arrive for an in-office procedure with time for preparation and comfort measures
Local anesthesia may be used to keep the injection comfortable
Some mild soreness, swelling, or inflammation at the injection site is common and may last a day or two as the healing response begins
Recovery is typically within a few days
Results develop gradually over several weeks as tissues respond to the therapy

Benefits You’ll Gain

Regenerative healing support: Encourages your body to strengthen injured or degenerated tissues
Non-surgical pain relief: Offers an alternative for people seeking to avoid or delay surgery
Reduced inflammation: PRP may help calm chronic inflammatory processes contributing to pain
Improved mobility and function: Many people experience better comfort and activity levels
Low risk of allergic reaction: Because PRP is made from your own blood, there’s no risk of immune rejection

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