Use of PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) therapy in dogs with pain.
PRP is being studied in veterinary orthopaedics for osteoarthritis, joint problems, and tendon or ligament injuries. This article explains the principle, procedure, possible applications, risks, and limited evidence without making general claims of healing.
Read morePRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) treatment for coccygodynia
Coccydynia describes persistent pain around the tailbone that may occur after falls, childbirth or prolonged pressure while sitting. This article explains diagnostic assessment and established treatment options and provides a balanced review of the current evidence on PRP injections. Initial case reports and small studies suggest possible benefits, but the available data are not yet sufficient for a general recommendation.
Read morePRP treatment for shoulder pain
Professional overview of PRP treatment for shoulder pain, rotator cuff disorders, shoulder osteoarthritis, frozen shoulder and current evidence.
Read moreMicroneedling for acne scars
Microneedling is mainly used for atrophic acne scars. This article explains scar types, the treatment mechanism, current evidence, possible risks and the combination with PRP.
Read morePRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) therapy for plantar fasciitis
PRP is being studied as an additional treatment option for chronic or difficult-to-treat plantar fasciitis. This article reviews possible applications, compares PRP with corticosteroid injections and explains the current evidence, risks and conservative alternatives.
Read moreWhat are platelet rich plasma (PRP) injections?
Times have changed since the days of bloodshed, when doctors treated their patients by drawing blood from them. Now a procedure called platelet-rich plasma therapy has emerged in which some of the blood is injected back into a diseased joint. You could say it's bloodshed in reverse.
Read moreDoes PRP therapy help with tennis elbow?
Does PRP therapy help with tennis elbow? We examine the use of autologous plasma in orthopedics, explain the biological mechanisms of action of concentrated platelets, and provide an overview of the current state of scientific discussion regarding this treatment method.
Read morePRP therapy for eye diseases
This specialist article reviews the use of autologous PRP eye drops in ophthalmology. It covers the current evidence for ocular surface disorders, possible clinical applications, and the professional preparation of PRP using suitable PRP tubes and a compatible centrifuge such as the Hettich EBA 200 MD.
Read morePRP treatment for knee pain
Does PRP treatment work for knee pain? Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections are a novel treatment for pain associated with osteoarthritis of the knee.
Read morePRP treatment for erectile dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction can have vascular, hormonal, neurological, medication-related or psychological causes. This article explains established treatment approaches, reviews the current evidence on PRP and outlines how urological guidelines assess the procedure.
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