PRP Therapy for Hair Restoration

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections are a treatment technique that can help to accelerate tissue repair. The injections can help with various conditions as they accelerate the healing process. Doctors use the patient’s blood to boost healing and stimulate tissue regeneration. Platelets have clotting abilities and contain growth factors responsible for cell reproduction.
 

Platelet-Rich-Plasma (PRP)

Platelets are part of the blood, along with white and red cells. PRP is blood that contains more platelets than usual. To create the plasma, clinicians use blood samples from the patient. They use a centrifuge to separate the plasma from other components in the blood.
 

They then inject the solution into the target area. Increasing the concentration of specific hormones and bioproteins (growth factors) helps to stimulate or accelerate the healing process. Sometimes, clinicians use ultrasound to enhance the injection process.

Hair Restoration Therapy

Health specialists use PRP therapy to treat hair loss due to androgenetic alopecia. The relatively common condition causes shrinkage of hair follicles. Proteins and growth factors in PRP help to speed up tissue repair.
 

Experts suggest the treatment can regrow hair loss resulting from damage to the hair follicles. Reversing the damage helps to restore hair growth. Research shows that PRP reduces hair loss, increases hair diameter, and promotes the density of hair growth.
 

PRP Hair Therapy Procedure

The first step in the PRP therapy process is blood extraction. Clinicians draw blood, usually from the patient’s arm, and place it in a centrifuge. The machine spins the blood, separating the fluids according to density.
 

After several minutes, the blood separates into red blood cells, platelet-poor plasma, and platelet-rich plasma. The doctor uses a syringe to draw the PRP before injecting it into the parts of the scalp that need hair growth. The treatment process can take one hour. Most patients require several sessions to see full results.
 

Results of PRP Therapy

PRP therapy does not cure the underlying cause of hair loss and is not a permanent solution. Patients require multiple treatments to maintain the hair restorations. Most doctors recommend three treatments, four to six weeks apart.
 

The therapy schedule depends on the patient’s condition and the results of the initial session. After halting the hair loss, the doctor may recommend maintenance injections every three to six months. Results differ in individuals.
 

PRP Therapy Side Effects

PRP therapy uses the patient’s blood, which reduces the risk of any allergic reactions or complications. The injections do not cause major side effects. The procedure involves drawing blood, and patients must be well-hydrated before the treatment.
 

Some people experience some bruising and soreness at the injection site. Less common side effects include mild pain, tissue damage, headache, bleeding, nerve injuries, itching, and infection. Talk to the doctor about the risks and benefits before the treatment.
 

PRP therapy can help to treat other conditions and injuries, including:

·      Osteoarthritis.

·      Joint.

·      Muscle.

·      Tendon.

·      Ligament injuries.
 

It can help with postsurgical healing and skin rejuvenation. If you decide to get PRP therapy, ensure you inform the doctor of any medications or supplements you may be taking. Individuals diagnosed with certain health conditions, such as cancer and chronic infections, may not be eligible for PRP therapy.
 

For more on PRP therapy for hair restoration, visit SD Bombshell Aesthetics at our office in La Jolla, California. Call (619) 663-3003 to book an appointment today.