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Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)

Regenerative Healing, Powered by Your Own Blood

PRP concentrates and activates your own platelets and growth factors to accelerate healing in arthritic joints, tendons, ligaments, and muscles — delivered with real-time ultrasound guidance, the same technology trusted by professional and elite athletes. Our protocol also concentrates the regenerative peptide Alpha-2-Macroglobulin (A2M), naturally present in your plasma alongside your platelets.

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How It Works

Your Own Blood, Concentrated and Activated

PRP (platelet-rich plasma) is derived from a small sample of your own blood. Platelets and growth factors are concentrated using ExoCube, one of the newest PRP systems available, then activated so those growth factors are immediately available to the body.

The concentrated PRP is then delivered precisely to the site of injury or degeneration under real-time ultrasound guidance — ensuring it reaches the exact structure causing your pain.

The PRP process
1 A small blood sample is drawn, just like a routine lab draw
2 The sample is spun down to concentrate platelets and growth factors
3 The PRP is activated so growth factors are immediately available
4 The PRP is injected directly into the injury under real-time ultrasound guidance
Why Ours Is Different

Not All PRP Is the Same

The technology, concentration, and technique behind a PRP injection determine how well it works. Here's what sets our protocol apart.

The Newest PRP Technology

We use ExoCube, one of the newest and most effective PRP systems available — the same technology trusted by professional and elite athletes for their own care.

Highest Platelet & Growth Factor Concentration

Our protocol yields a higher concentration of platelets and growth factors than conventional PRP, maximizing the healing potential delivered directly to the site of injury.

Activated for Faster Results

Unlike old-school PRP, our protocol includes an activation process that makes growth factors immediately available for the body to use — so most patients see results sooner and can return to activity or sports in days rather than weeks.

Priced to Be Accessible

We intentionally price our PRP well below what large corporate clinics charge in the area. Exceptional care should not require an exceptional price tag.

Includes the Peptide A2M

Alpha-2-Macroglobulin (A2M) is a naturally occurring regenerative peptide that inhibits the enzymes that break down cartilage. It's concentrated right alongside your platelets in every PRP treatment — not a separate add-on, but a core part of the protocol.

Evidence-based, always. We do not offer unregulated peptide therapies or unproven "stem cell" treatments — only safe, well-studied orthobiologic therapies supported by peer-reviewed research.

Conditions We Treat With PRP

Where PRP Fits Into Your Care

This list is not exhaustive. We evaluate and treat many other musculoskeletal conditions with PRP — contact us to schedule a consultation for a proper diagnosis and treatment options.

Common Questions

How is your PRP different? +

We use one of the newest PRP systems available, yielding a higher concentration of platelets and growth factors than conventional PRP, with an activation step that makes growth factors immediately available — the same technology trusted by professional athletes.

Does PRP work for knee arthritis? +

PRP is one of our primary regenerative options for knee osteoarthritis, targeting the underlying joint biology to reduce pain and inflammation. Response varies by the severity of arthritis and the individual — we'll review your ultrasound findings at your consultation to determine whether PRP is the right fit for your knee.

Am I a candidate for PRP? +

Most patients with joint arthritis, tendon injuries, or ligament injuries are candidates for PRP. The best way to know for certain is a consultation and diagnostic ultrasound with Dr. Salamatipour, who will confirm the diagnosis and let you know whether PRP — or another treatment — is the right approach for you.

Is PRP the same as stem cell therapy? +

No. PRP uses only your own concentrated platelets and growth factors — a safe, well-studied orthobiologic therapy. We do not offer unregulated peptide therapies or unproven "stem cell" treatments.

Why does ultrasound guidance matter? +

Blind injections frequently miss their target. Every PRP procedure at OCMSK is performed under real-time ultrasound guidance, so the injection is delivered to the exact structure causing your pain.

How many PRP treatments will I need? +

Many patients see meaningful improvement after a single treatment, thanks to our activated, high-concentration protocol. Some conditions benefit from a short series of injections — we'll outline a specific plan at your consultation.

What is A2M and how does it work with PRP? +

Alpha-2-Macroglobulin (A2M) is a naturally occurring regenerative peptide that inhibits the enzymes responsible for breaking down cartilage. It's present in your own plasma and is concentrated right alongside your platelets during every PRP treatment — a well-studied, evidence-based part of the protocol, not a standalone or unregulated peptide therapy.

Is this covered by insurance? +

We accept PPO plans through Cigna, Anthem Blue Cross, Aetna, and United Healthcare, as well as Medicare; coverage varies by treatment. Self-pay patients are welcome with transparent, accessible rates. Call us and we will help verify your benefits.

What happens at the first visit? +

A full history and physical exam plus a diagnostic ultrasound of the affected area — so you leave with an accurate diagnosis, an understanding of every factor contributing to it, and a clear treatment plan.

Find Out If PRP Is Right for You

Call or email today — we'll answer your questions and schedule your consultation with Dr. Salamatipour.

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