The platelet rich plasma has a number of health benefits to the patients. Basically, incase of an injury, the first blood cells to respond are the platelets. The platelets helps in preventing the bleeding from the open blood vessel and thereby prevent blood loss. In addition to that, the cells are packed with growth and healing factors which helps in initiating the repairs.

Bearing that in mind, when the platelet rich plasma is introduced, it acts as a natural healing process which intensifies the body efforts in the healing process. The injection of the platelet rich plasma in the injured spot speeds up the healing process thereby strengthening and accelerating the natural healing process. The use of this method has greatly helped in pain management. In addition to that, when personal blood is used, the risk of infections is greatly reduced.

The platelet rich plasma can not only be used in the treatment of the external injuries but also to the internal injuries resulting from overuse common with athletes. The injuries can lead to micro tears of the tendon or muscle fibers which connect the muscle tissues. The wearing out can then result in weaknesses which result in recurring pain from the injured spot. The condition is known as tendonitis. This is an acute inflammatory condition. The use of the platelet rich plasma can be used in the treatment of this condition. The platelets are introduced in the injured area to speed up the healing process.

There are various conditions which are treated using the platelet rich plasma. Such conditions include the shoulder pain, foot and ankle pain, knee pain, hip pain and arm pain. The procedure only takes about an hour or two to complete. The good thing however about taking the treatment is that it helps in relieving pain and avoiding complications and risks associated with the injury.