Injectable PRF can be easily introduced into damaged joints to bring biological factors (which are important in wound healing) to areas where they are typically lacking. This can promote regenerative processes within damaged joints. Evidence shows that in the long-term, PRP injections are superior to corticosteroid injections in treating joints affected by osteoarthritis. PRF injections are likely superior to PRP for these purposes, as PRF injections contain activated platelets which produce many biologically active factors which can promote wound healing.
PRF Injections for Joints and more...
PRF – typically in its solid form – has been used for years in orthodontics and orthopedic surgery. It has proved to be beneficial in bone grafting and repair of bone defects. There is evidence that it promotes and improves healing after various procedures.
Similar to corticosteroids, PRF injections for damaged joints (including those affected by arthritis) can produce significant relief and daily improvement in quality of life. However, unlike corticosteroids, PRF injections produce this relief via regenerative processes that can improve joint health in the long term as opposed to causing further joint degradation. Additionally, since PRF is a component of one's own blood, allergic reactions or intolerances are not concerns. Although risks associated with injection exist, PRF injections do not have the side effects, such as increase in blood sugars, seen with corticosteroid use.
PRF injections are not only used to treat joint problems. In fact, there are many musculoskeletal complaints that can be treated with PRF injections. Problems such as tendonitis, faciitis and bursitis can also be treated with PRF injections. While corticosteroids work to decrease inflammation by mimicking the body's own steroid hormones, PRF injections work by delivering concentrated biological factor to areas where they are needed. The activated platelets, associated biological factors (including growth factors) and white blood cells which make up PRF, can initiate and drive natural regenerative processes within connective tissues throughout the body. By strategically and carefully delivering these essential factors to areas of interest, we can unlock the body's own regenerative potential and achieve desired results.
