
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy For Hair
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy has gained popularity recently for its ability to promote healing and stimulate tissue regeneration.
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy has gained popularity recently for its ability to promote healing and stimulate tissue regeneration.
Chief Dermatologist and Director - Skin Decor, Dwarka-New Delhi, Dr Monica Chahar, explains the procedure involvement, i.e. processing the patient's blood to concentrate the platelets with beneficial ingredients like growth factors before injecting the resulting solution into the affected area.
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a solution made from the patient's blood, which is centrifuged to concentrate the platelets and growth factors to promote tissue regeneration.
PRP therapy has been used in various medical and cosmetic applications, including sports injuries, wound healing, facial rejuvenation and an option for hair loss.
PRP therapy can be used with surgery or topical medications. It is a minimally invasive procedure that a specialist or a doctor typically performs. PRP therapy for hair loss may or hair thinning for those who have tried other hair restoration treatments without success.
Consulting a qualified healthcare provider is essential to determine if PRP therapy suits you.
During the consultation, the provider will assess you. First, the healthcare provider will draw a small amount of blood from the patient's arm on the day of the process.
It is a non-surgical, minimally invasive procedure. Unlike surgery, which can be costly, painful, and require a lengthy recovery period and can be performed in a doctor's office.
In addition to its regenerative properties, PRP therapy can be used effectively. For example, PRP therapy can be used with oral therapy or topical medications to help speed up healing and reduce pain and inflammation.
PRP therapy treats various conditions, including wound healing, joint pain, sports injuries, hair loss, and skin rejuvenation.