PRP for Degenerative Knee Pain
A Regenerative Approach to Knee Health
Chronic knee pain—especially from degeneration or osteoarthritis—can limit everything from walking and stairs to sleep and independence. For many Brooklyn residents, the pain stems not from a recent injury, but from years of cartilage breakdown, joint inflammation, and reduced blood flow.
If you’ve been told that surgery or long-term medications are your only option, it’s time to discover a better path: Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy.
What Is PRP Therapy?
PRP Therapy uses the body’s own healing cells—platelets—to repair damaged tissues. After drawing a small sample of your blood, it’s processed in a centrifuge to concentrate the platelets. This platelet-rich plasma is then injected directly into the affected area, such as the knee joint.
Why platelets? They’re rich in growth factors that stimulate tissue regeneration, reduce inflammation, and support long-term healing of ligaments, tendons, cartilage, and joint lining.
🩻 When to Consider PRP for Your Knee
PRP is especially effective for:
- 📌 Osteoarthritis (mild to moderate stages)
- 📌 Chronic knee pain without recent injury
- 📌 Meniscal degeneration or partial tears
- 📌 Early signs of cartilage loss
- 📌 Knee pain that hasn’t responded to physical therapy or medications
It’s an excellent option for active individuals looking to avoid surgery, and for seniors who want a drug-free, natural solution that improves joint health over time.
🧬 How PRP Works to Regenerate Knee Tissue
Once injected into the joint, PRP acts as a biologic repair signal:
- Stimulates collagen production
- Improves blood supply to the joint lining
- Encourages stem cell activation and local healing
- Reduces pro-inflammatory cytokines
In degenerative knees, this can lead to less pain, more mobility, and delay—or avoid—the need for total joint replacement.
🔁 PRP as Part of a Multimodal Strategy
PRP works best when combined with complementary therapies that maximize regeneration and improve biomechanics. In our Brooklyn clinic, we pair PRP with:
| Complementary Therapy | Benefit to PRP Patients |
|---|---|
| ⚡ EMTT Therapy | Reduces nerve hypersensitivity and cellular inflammation |
| ⚙️ TECAR Therapy | Boosts circulation and accelerates tissue recovery |
| ❄️ Cryotherapy | Minimizes post-injection swelling and pain |
| 🏋️ Physical Therapy | Restores knee strength, stability, and mobility |
| 💉 Hyaluronic Acid (HA) Injections | Lubricates joint surfaces for smoother movement |
This integrative approach offers faster recovery, longer-lasting results, and better protection against future flare-ups.
🛡️ Is PRP Safe?
Yes. PRP uses your own blood—no synthetic drugs or foreign substances. It’s safe for most people and has minimal risk of allergic reactions or complications.
PRP is ideal for:
- Patients with arthritis avoiding surgery
- Those sensitive to medications or injections
- Athletes with chronic overuse injuries
- Seniors seeking regenerative pain relief
📅 What to Expect from PRP Knee Injections
Your first session includes:
- A medical evaluation and imaging (if needed)
- Blood draw and centrifuge preparation (15 mins)
- Ultrasound-guided PRP injection into the knee
- Light activity for 24–48 hours, then progressive return to movement
Improvement is typically seen within 2–4 weeks, with full results over 2–3 months. Many patients receive 2–3 injections spaced 4–6 weeks apart.
🏥 Conclusion
PRP offers more than pain relief—it helps rebuild your knee from the inside out.
If chronic knee pain is limiting your life, you deserve more than just pills or procedures. At our Brooklyn clinic, we help patients restore function, avoid surgery, and get back to living—with the power of their own biology.