Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy uses concentrated platelets from your own blood to support healing in joints, tendons, soft tissue, and skin. It’s one of the most established regenerative procedures and is offered at Chambers Clinic for a defined set of clinical situations.

How It Works

A small amount of blood is drawn and spun in a centrifuge to separate and concentrate the platelets — the cells responsible for clotting and releasing growth factors. The resulting platelet-rich plasma is then injected directly into the area being treated. The growth factors and signaling molecules in PRP support the body’s natural repair processes in that tissue.

What It’s Used For

• Knee, shoulder, and hip osteoarthritis
• Tendinopathies (tennis elbow, rotator cuff issues, Achilles tendinitis, patellar tendinitis)
• Partial tears in tendons and ligaments
• Plantar fasciitis
• Hair restoration (specific protocols)
• Aesthetic skin rejuvenation

What to Expect

• The procedure: Most PRP visits run 45–60 minutes, including blood draw, processing, and injection.
• Discomfort: Most patients describe mild discomfort during and for a day or two after the injection.
• Activity: Light activity is usually fine; intense exercise is generally paused for a short period after treatment.
• Results timeline: Improvements are typically gradual. Most patients notice changes over weeks, not days, with peak benefit often around 6–12 weeks post-treatment.

What the Evidence Looks Like

PRP has been studied extensively. The evidence is strongest for certain orthopedic indications — particularly knee osteoarthritis and several tendinopathies — where it can offer meaningful improvement in pain and function for appropriate candidates. It’s not a cure-all, and outcomes vary based on the specific condition, severity, age, and overall health.

Who’s a Good Candidate

Best candidates are generally patients with mild to moderate joint or tendon issues who haven’t responded well to first-line conservative treatments and who want to avoid or delay more invasive interventions. PRP is less likely to help severe structural damage or end-stage joint disease.

Safety Notes

Because PRP uses your own blood, the risk of allergic reaction or rejection is minimal. Standard injection risks apply: temporary soreness, mild swelling, and rare risk of infection. PRP is generally not recommended for patients with active cancer, certain bleeding disorders, or active infection.

What to Discuss With Your Clinician

Come ready to discuss your specific symptom or injury, what you’ve tried, your imaging if available, and your goals. PRP works best when matched to the right clinical picture — your clinician will be straightforward about whether it’s likely to help in your situation.

Approved by the Chambers Clinic Team — last reviewed May 28, 2026.