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Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections
ORTHOBIOLOGY INJECTIONS | INJECTIONS FOR SPORTS INJURIES
Specialists at HCA, including spinal consultants, sports medicine consultant and dermatologists offers platelet rich plasma (PRP) injections to promote healing
About PRP injections
Stem cells and platelets are naturally occurring substances found in blood, and they can be injected into the body to help promote the recovery of injured muscles, tendons, joints and ligaments.
They are referred to as platelet rich plasma (PRP) injections. The substances are injected into injured tissue or an injured joint to promote healing. Prolotherapy (the injection of a sugar-based solution) is also a treatment option which is thought to spark inflammation and encourage healing.
Need to know
There are two different types of injection:
- Platelet rich plasma (PRP) injection: blood is taken from you using a small needle (aspiration). A centrifuge separates the platelet rich part of the blood, which is then injected into the injured area.
- Prolotherapy injections: a substance (artificial such as dextrose) is injected directly into the joint, along with a local anaesthetic.
Your consultant will advise you on any preparation you need to make.
After the injections, you should see a major improvement in your symptoms. The injection site may be sore and inflamed, but this should be temporary.
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections Consultants
Mr Giles Stafford
Orthopaedic Surgery
Mr Mazin Ibrahim
Orthopaedic Surgery
Mr Rob Pollock
Orthopaedic Surgery
Professor Richard Field
Orthopaedic Surgery
Our locations
Institute of Sport Exercise and Health (ISEH)
170 Tottenham Court Road W1T 7HA London
The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street W1G 8BJ London
The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place W1U 5NY London
Patient stories
Yvette's story: From back pain to hip replacement surgery
Yvette (54) a journalist from Kent, started experiencing pain in her hip seven years ago in 2015. An ex-national gymnast who had been incredibly active and flexible her whole life, Yvette felt concerned about the growing discomfort impacting her quality of life, and so sought help from her GP.
A new hip and straight back into the spin of things
Michael's MAKO hip surgery to treat his arthritis
73 year-old Michael, an avid walker and charity worker, was diagnosed with arthritis in January 2021. After facing long waiting times and increasing pain that was becoming more frequent, he started to look elsewhere for treatment.
This content is intended for general information only and does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health professional.