High Dose Custom PRP Injections

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Injection Therapy in Raleigh/Cary NC

PRP, or Platelet Rich Plasma, is thought to provide a boost to the body’s own healing ability by taking the patient’s blood and spinning it down in a centrifuge to separate out the platelets, which are then injected back to the afflicted area – whether that be a joint, tendon or ligament. Many specialties use PRP, not just orthopedics, and the uses include PRP female hair loss, PRP male hair loss, PRP for Face & Skin Rejuvenation and PRP for Orthopedics. We focus on the Orthopedic uses for PRP.

Wake Nonsurgical Ortho is Triangle’s first private practice solely dedicated to Nonsurgical orthopedics. Duke-trained non-surgical orthopedic specialist, Dr. Matthew Kanaan, is dedicated to making sure that patients receive access to non-surgical PRP treatments. Dr. Kanaan will take the time to answer any questions you may have so that he can determine the best treatment option for you. For more information, contact our orthopedic clinic in Raleigh at (919) 719-2270 and schedule an appointment today!

What are the benefits?

There is very little risk to the patient, since we use the patient’s own blood
Same day procedure with minimal down time
Near pain free procedure
Quick blood draw in the office VS surgery in a hospital
The entire process takes about 15-20 minutes

What are the success rates?

We have performed thousands of injections over the years and 80-90% of our patients are seeing reductions in pain

Am I a good candidate for PRP?

Most patients are good candidates for PRP, unless they have bleeding disorders or active cancers. We also do not perform PRP for neurological disorders or for spinal/neck conditions.

Is all PRP the same? Does concentration matter? Does customization matter?

All PRP is defintely not the same. There are many clinics that claim to do PRP injections, but they probably are not concentrating the PRP quite enough.

Your age and your severity does change how much we concentrate your PRP. A younger person might be fine with 2-3X concentration. But as we age we might need upwards of 10x concentration. More severe pain or Chronic issues might also do better with HIGH DOSE PRP.

We offer both High dose PRP , and Double HIGH Dose PRP, both customized to your problem.

We have stopped performing low dose PRP (concentrations at 1-2x).

PRP is not a one size fits all. Every patient is different and needs the right dose, volume, and concentration for the best results.

DOSE	High Dose Custom PRP	Double HIGH DOSE Custom PRP
Approximate Concentration	3-4x	8-10x
Approximate # of Platelets	3 billion	9 billion
Uses	Younger Patients, Minor injuries, Small areas	Older patients, more chronic problems , more severe pain

Is High Dose PRP better than standard PRP? YES it is…

For older patients higher dose PRP is probably superior to standard PRP. This is due to the number of available platelets and the concentration.

Here is a study:

https://www.arthroscopyjournal.org/article/S0749-8063(24)00269-X/fulltext

Is High Dose PRP better than Stem Cell therapy?

High Dose PRP has been found to be equal in the pain relief that it provides compared to bone marrow and adipose stem cells.

PRP is also less invasive and less costly than stem cell procedures.

For the majority of our patients, High Dose PRP will work just as well, or better than stem cell injections at a lower cost to the patient.

What if I tried PRP and it didn’t work?..

Many patients might have tried PRP in the past, but the dose of PRP does seem to matter we are finding. Higher concentration probably helps more than we originally thought. 1-2x PRP concentration with a regular PRP kit might not be sufficient.

In our opinion HIGH DOSE PRP is just as effective long term as a stem cell injection, and it is much less risk.

What is the recovery?

Patients should take 1 week off from exercise after injections, but can resume work the same day (unless they have a very active job). There is no bedrest needed, and patients can drive home from the procedure themselves.

Why choose Dr. Kanaan for your PRP?

See why Dr. Kanaan is the expert in PRP injections and how he can help you receive relief from your orthopedic conditions.

Duke fellowship-trained nonsurgical orthopedic specialist.
Dr. Kanaan has performed thousands of PRP injections over the last 10+ years
Every time you visit our office you will meet with Dr. Kanaan.
All injection procedures are performed by Dr. Kanaan under ultrasound guidance, for improved accuracy.
Wake Nonsurgical Ortho is the Research Triangle’s first private practice solely dedicated to Nonsurgical orthopedics

What is the cost?

Call us for current pricing

*Insurance does not currently cover PRP, despite a growing body of evidence in support of this procedure. We take many payment options.

Tricare Is NOW covering Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections (Effective Oct. 1, 2019 through Sept. 30, 2024)

TRICARE may cover PRP injections if you’re diagnosed with:

Mild to moderate chronic osteoarthritis of the knee
Lateral epicondylitis, also known as “tennis elbow”

What areas can be treated?

PRP injections can be performed in arthritic joints, injured muscles, tendons, and ligaments all over the body. This list DOES NOT include every body part. We have injected almost every part of the body with PRP safely. Some examples of treatment and their studies include:

How does PRP differ from stem cell therapy?

Most studies support that PRP can be just as effective as a stem cell injection for pain relief. Therefore, in most cases we advise trying a PRP injection first.

Results will vary, and we are now learning more about making sure the dose of the PRP is correct.

If you have joint pain, or an injury and traditional methods have not provided relief, then PRP therapy may be the solution.

Schedule an Appointment for PRP Therapy

Duke fellowship-trained nonsurgical orthopedic specialist, Dr. Matthew Kanaan, specializes in performing PRP therapy for patients in Raleigh, Durham and Cary, NC. PRP therapy is a highly effective way to provide long term relief to chronic orthopedic pain. Dr. Kanaan will take the time to diagnose your symptoms and discover if PRP therapy is right for you. Call our office at (919) 719-2270 for more information about PRP therapy or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kanaan.

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