The Joint and Spine Institute Offering Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy
The Joint and Spine Institute, a Beverly Hills-based medical facility specializing in the treatment of joint and spine ailments, announces it’s offering of platelet rich plasma therapy. This non-surgical treatment is used to treat a range of orthopedic conditions using the bodies internal healing properties without the use of drugs or surgery.
Platelet rich plasma therapy falls under the umbrella of regenerative medicine. It’s commonly used to treat joint and soft tissue damage using the bodies own regenerative capabilities found in blood platelets.
Treatment begins with a small portion of the patient’s blood extracted from their arm. The blood is then placed into a medical device known as a centrifuge, which rapidly spins the blood sample to isolate the platelet-rich portion of the blood.
Once the platelets have been isolated, they are then injected directly to the injured area with the aid of ultrasound technology to stimulate the body’s natural healing process. Growth factors are released by the platelets, which draw stem cell to the affected area, accelerating healing of the affected tissue.
Per the Joint and Spine Institute, platelet rich plasma therapy“…has been shown to be safe and effective for numerous joint and soft tissue injuries and has been extensively researched in numerous medical publications from all over the world.”
Platelet rich plasma has been found to effectively treat a range of soft tissue and joint conditions including osteoarthritis (degenerative arthritis) of the spine, knee, shoulder, hip, hands, and feet. It can also be utilized in cases of meniscus tears, plantar fasciitis, and rotator cuff tears.
The procedure is performed at the offices of the Joint and Spine Institute. The entire process takes only one hour with patients sent home the same day.
About The Joint and Spine Institute
Based in Beverly Hills, the Joint and Spine Institute is a highly regarded provider of specialized joint and spine treatment, serving residents of Southern California. The center offers state-of-the-art treatment and facilities while maintaining strong patient-doctor relationships.