Osteoarthritis, or OA, is a chronic joint problem that occurs due to the breakage of cartilage. Cartilage is a protective tissue that covers the tip of bones at joints. It helps in easy friction of the joints. Due to age or injury factors, cartilage may get damaged due to which joint bones rub harshly against each other causing pain or stiffness.
What is PRP treatment?
PRP stands for Platelets-Rich Plasma which is obtained from your own blood sample. The blood is kept in a centrifuge and then platelets concentration is carefully separated. Next, the doctor injects this concentration into the affected area after numbing the region like knee joints.
How effective it is for Osteoarthritis patients?
Osteoarthritis being a chronic issue can be solved with regular weight-loss exercises and few medications. However, PRP treatment has also proved to be an excellent treatment for some people.
- It can fix the torn tissues that reduce pain.
- Physical functions may also be improved via this treatment.
It is important to note here that PRP treatment for OA relief has not yet been fully approved by the experts. There may be different results on your knees. Experiments are still going on to confirm its benefits.
In some cases, there are certain possible aftereffects that may include the following:
- Pain at the joint (you must avoid NSAIDs medicines)
- Headache or upset stomach
- Nausea
Do’s and Dont's post-treatment
- Listen to your doctor
- Avoid walking until it’s an emergency
- Put ice on the area every 1-2 hours
- Rest, rest and rest
Conclusion
PRP treatment has proved to be a wonderful treatment for several patients and as it uses your own blood, it isn’t unsafe either. However, it is always advised to consult and stay in close contact with your doctor before deciding to perform this treatment.
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