Platelet-Rich Plasma, or PRP, therapy uses a concentration of platelets from your own blood to help heal injuries, improve skin, or grow hair. The results from PRP treatments often last between 9 months and 2 years or more, but this depends on the area treated, your age, activity level, and overall health.[1][2]
PRP works by drawing a small amount of your blood, spinning it in a machine to separate the platelet-rich part, and injecting it into the problem spot. These platelets release growth factors that boost healing, reduce swelling, and build new tissue like collagen.[1][2][4]
When people get PRP for joint pain or tendon issues, such as tennis elbow or knee problems, they might feel less pain and better movement starting in a few weeks. Full strength often comes after 3 months, and those improvements can stick around for 1 to 2 years if you avoid re-injury.[1][2][5]
For hair loss, doctors inject PRP into the scalp to wake up follicles and thicken hair. You may see thicker hair in 1 to 2 months, with the best growth by 6 to 8 months. To keep it going, many need follow-up shots every 6 to 12 months.[3][4][9]
Skin treatments, like PRP facials, make skin smoother and more even. Changes start in 2 to 4 weeks, build up over 1 to 3 months, and last 9 to 18 months with maintenance.[1][7][8]
Factors like your age play a big role. Younger people heal faster and hold results longer. Active lifestyles or tough injuries might shorten the effects, so some plan 1 to 3 sessions at first, then boosters once or twice a year.[1][2][3]
After treatment, expect mild soreness, swelling, or bruising for 1 to 3 days. Light activity helps, but skip heavy exercise at first to let healing happen.[1][5]
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