Can PRP be Used in Arthritis? Dr. Arockia Doss There are limited studies that show safety, efficacy in arthritis of the knee and hip. 1. Link 1 2. Link 2 The gist is this: If patients cannot have or refuse cortisone or surgery PRP is an option with appropriate consent, good post inj rehab protocol.’ […]
Is PRP approved by the FDA in treating arthritis? Dr. Andrew Blecher PRP is a procedure and not a drug. Therefore PRP itself does not need FDA approval. However, the devices that separate and concentrate the PRP do need FDA approval. These devices recieve approval for use for specific treatments. As of yet I am […]
Does PRP work for cartilage loss? I am looking for something that will avoid surgery I live in Annapolis, Md? Dr. Andrew Blecher Some docs use prp to treat symptoms of cartilage loss but there is no evidence that prp will slow down cartilage loss or stimulate cartilage growth. Prp combined with stem cells may […]
