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PRP Treatment in Sports Medicine: Uses, Evidence and Limitations
PRP is used in sports medicine for selected tendon disorders, muscle injuries and degenerative joint conditions. This article explains the biological principles, the treatment process and why the available evidence differs considerably between indications.
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PRP treatment for rosacea
Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition with different clinical presentations. This article reviews the current evidence on PRP, explains the limitations of the available studies and clarifies which conclusions can be drawn from the existing data.
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Treatment of cellulite with PRP (platelet rich plasma)
Cellulite develops through the interaction of skin, fibrous septa, subcutaneous fat and individual anatomy. This article explains its development, severity, differentiation from oedema and lipedema, and the limited evidence on PRP.
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Hair Loss Support and Treatment
Hair loss, also called alopecia, is complete or partial baldness due to hormonal changes or physical or psychological stress.
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Plasma growth factors in cerebral palsy
PRP in cerebral palsy has been investigated for several years as a possible regenerative approach. Direct clinical evidence, however, remains very limited. This article reviews the early PRP studies from 2015 and 2016, explains proposed biological mechanisms and shows why findings from cord blood or cell therapies cannot be transferred to PRP. Therapeutic efficacy of PRP in cerebral palsy has not yet been sufficiently demonstrated clinically.
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PRP therapy for tendonitis
How should PRP be assessed for tendon pain and tendinopathy? This article compares the evidence for tennis elbow, Achilles, patellar and rotator cuff tendinopathies and explains risks, limitations and technical PRP workflows.
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PRP Treatment: Procedure, Effects, Benefits and Limitations
What is PRP treatment? A factual overview of platelet-rich plasma, how it is prepared, possible applications, effects, risks and limitations.
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Can carpal tunnel syndrome be treated with PRP therapy?
Can PRP be used for carpal tunnel syndrome? This article reviews clinical studies, current guidelines and possible applications. Some trials report short-term improvements, but a reliable long-term benefit has not yet been established.
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PRP or dermal filler - Which should I choose?
People of all ages are concerned with combating various signs of skin ageing. Some of the most popular options for patients are injectables such as dermal fillers and platelet-rich plasma injections.
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PRP treatment after hair transplantation
PRP after hair transplantation is discussed as a complementary option in hair medicine. PRP is obtained from the patient's own blood and contains platelet-rich plasma. Studies show positive signals regarding hair density, graft survival, and postoperative parameters, but the data is heterogeneous. For reproducible PRP applications, suitable PRP tubes, an appropriate centrifuge, defined RCF values, and a standardized protocol are important. The timing and number of sessions should be determined by a physician.
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