What are PRF Joint Injections?
Promote your body's natural healing with PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin) Joint Injections. This regenerative treatment uses a concentrated portion of your own blood—rich in platelets, fibrin, white blood cells, and natural growth factors—to support tissue repair and reduce inflammation in injured or arthritic joints. PRF is a natural, drug-free solution designed for patients looking to relieve pain, improve mobility, and enhance overall joint function.
What are the Benefits?
-
Natural Healing Support: Enhances and accelerates your body’s built-in repair mechanisms.
-
Pain & Inflammation Relief: Helps alleviate joint discomfort, swelling, and stiffness.
-
Improved Mobility: Restores joint function and ease of movement over time.
-
Autologous & Safe: Uses growth factors derived entirely from your own body.
-
Minimally Invasive: A quick, drug-free alternative to invasive surgical options.
How Does It Work?
-
Preparation: A small sample of your blood is drawn and processed to isolate the concentrated platelet-rich fibrin layer.
-
Treatment Process: Using a precise clinical technique, the PRF matrix is injected directly into the affected joint.
-
Healing Response: Growth factors are gradually released over time, promoting cellular regeneration and long-term tissue repair.
Procedure Time & Recovery
-
Session Duration: 30–45 minutes
-
Downtime: Minimal. Mild soreness or localized swelling may occur for 1–3 days.
Pre-Care & Post-Care Instructions
Pre-Care Guide
-
Stay well-hydrated leading up to your appointment.
-
Eat a healthy meal before treatment.
-
Avoid anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) for several days prior, unless directed otherwise by your provider.
-
Inform your provider of all current medications, supplements, and health conditions.
Post-Care Guide
-
Avoid strenuous physical activity or high-impact movement for 24–48 hours.
-
Avoid NSAIDs for approximately one week after treatment unless instructed otherwise.
-
Drink plenty of water to support natural tissue recovery.
-
Follow all physical therapy or rehabilitation guidelines recommended by your provider.
Safety Information
Potential Risks & Side Effects
-
Temporary soreness, swelling, or localized tenderness
-
Minor bruising at the injection site
-
Temporary joint stiffness
Contraindications
-
Active systemic or localized infection
-
Blood clotting disorders
-
Current use of certain blood-thinning medications
-
Active cancer in or around the treatment area
-
Pregnancy or breastfeeding
Frequently Asked Questions About PRF Join Injections
Give us a call! We'd love to talk to you about what services will be best for you.
Book Your Appointment Today
Your Journey to Radiant Skin Starts Here!
