PRP INJECTIONS:

Platelet Rich Plasma, known as PRP, is derived from the patient’s own blood. A fraction of blood is drawn from the patient into a syringe, it is spun in a special centrifuge to separate its component (red blood cells, platelet rich plasma, white blood cells & platelet poor plasma). The plasma is collected, and solutions are added and then injected. This procedure takes 15-45 minutes, and 2-3 treatments are advised.

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Prepration:

Preparation: Avoid the following medications and herbs that may increase bleeding and bruising for at least 2 weeks. -Any NSAID’s (ibuprofen, Aleve, Motrin, Advil, or Aspirin) -Coumadin -Garlic -Ginseng -Gingko Biloba -Glucosamine

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Benefits:

1-Minimal down time.

2-Safe and minimal risk.

3-Regenerates tissues.

4-Short recovery time.

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Contraindications: Patients with the following conditions are not candidates:

1-Pregnancy Lactation

2-Acute & Chronic Infections

3-Skin Diseases (SLE, Porphyria & Allergies)

4-Cancer

5-Chemotherapy Treatments

6-Severe Metabolic & Systemic Disorders

7-Abnormal Platelet (blood disorders, Hemodynamic Instability, Hypofibrinogenemia & Critical Thrombocytopenia)

8-Chronic Liver Disease

9-Anti- Coagulation Therapy (Coumadin, Warfarin, Plavix, Aspirin & Lovenox)

10-Underlying Sepsis

11-Systemic use of corticosteroids within 2 weeks of procedure

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Consent:

My consent and authorization for this elective procedure are strictly voluntary. By signing this informed consent form, I hereby grant authority to the physician/ practitioner to perform Platelet Rich Plasma Injections to the area(s) discussed during our consultation. For the sole purpose of rejuvenation and regeneration of affected tissue. I have read this informed consent and certify I understand its contents in full. All my questions have been answered to my satisfaction and I consent to the terms of this agreement. I agree to adhere to all safety precautions and instructions after the treatment. I have been instructed in and understand post-treatment instructions.