How It Works
Your own biology, concentrated
Blood draw
A small sample of your blood is drawn, just like a routine lab.
Concentrate
It's spun to concentrate the platelets and their growth factors.
Ultrasound-guided injection
The concentrate is delivered precisely to the target under ultrasound guidance.
An honest note: Some patients experience real symptom relief from PRP, but the evidence is still evolving, it is usually not covered by insurance, and it is not a cure or a substitute for surgery when surgery is indicated. We'll tell you honestly whether it's likely to help you.
Research & Evidence
What the evidence says about PRP
Your own biology
PRP is concentrated from your own blood; its growth factors may reduce inflammation and support healing in selected patients.
Strongest in select uses
Evidence is more supportive for certain tendon conditions and early knee arthritis; results vary elsewhere and continue to evolve.
Honest expectations
PRP may relieve symptoms but is not a cure, is usually not insured, and is not a substitute for surgery when it's indicated.
Educational summaries simplified from the orthopedic literature; not a promise of results. Individual results vary. The largest randomized trial — Bennell KL, et al. JAMA. 2021;326(20):2021–2030 (the RESTORE trial) — found PRP was not superior to placebo for knee-osteoarthritis pain or cartilage; some meta-analyses report modest short-term symptom relief. The evidence remains mixed, which is why we use PRP selectively.
PRP by the Numbers
What peer-reviewed research shows about platelet-rich plasma injections.
2-Minute Check
Am I a candidate for PRP treatment?
Answer a few quick questions. This is educational and is not a diagnosis — only an evaluation can tell for sure.
Do you have early arthritis or a tendon injury?
Would you like to explore non-surgical options before considering surgery?
Have you either not yet tried, or not responded to, other conservative care?
You may be a strong candidate.
Your answers suggest PRP treatment could be a good fit. The next step is a simple evaluation, where we'll confirm with an exam and imaging and review every option with you — surgical and non-surgical.
This tool is educational and not a diagnosis. Not everyone is a candidate; only a clinical evaluation can determine what's right for you.
You might be a candidate — let's talk.
Some of your answers point toward PRP treatment, but the right path depends on the details. A short evaluation will give you a clear, honest answer and a plan.
This tool is educational and not a diagnosis. Not everyone is a candidate; only a clinical evaluation can determine what's right for you.
Let's take a closer look.
Your answers don't point clearly to PRP treatment yet — but that doesn't mean we can't help. We'll evaluate what's going on and point you to the care that fits, often starting with non-surgical options.
This tool is educational and not a diagnosis. Not everyone is a candidate; only a clinical evaluation can determine what's right for you.
Answer all 3 questions to see your result.
Patient Reviews
What patients say
“Dr. Ronnie Otieno did a very personalized consultation for my chronic knee pain, recommending PRP to aid my recovery since I need to remain active. He is detailed, gentle, kind, patient, and precise — and uses an ultrasound machine to target the exact area for treatment.”
— Kalea· Google review
Review excerpts reflect individual patient experiences and may be lightly condensed. Results vary.
Questions, Answered
Frequently asked questions
What is PRP?+
Platelet-rich plasma is made from a small sample of your own blood, concentrated to deliver growth factors that may reduce inflammation and support healing in selected patients.
Does PRP cure arthritis?+
No. PRP may relieve symptoms and help delay progression in certain patients, but it is not a cure and not a substitute for joint replacement when that is indicated.
Is PRP covered by insurance?+
Usually not. We'll explain the cost clearly before any treatment.
How many injections will I need?+
It varies by condition and response. We'll discuss a realistic plan at your visit.
Wondering if PRP could help you?
Request a regenerative medicine consult for an honest, evidence-based recommendation.