Chronic hip pain can be debilitating, and in severe cases, it can hinder a person’s mobility and cause them to experience pain even when resting. While many doctors may recommend invasive hip replacement surgery, there are minimally invasive alternatives available that require little to no downtime and no pain medication.
At Regenerate Richmond, we specialize in platelet-rich plasma, which is a groundbreaking field that focuses on treating the root cause of the problem and utilizing the body’s natural healing abilities.
Causes of Chronic Hip Pain
Chronic and severe hip pain can stem from various issues, including:
- Arthritis (such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis),
- Hip fractures or trauma
- Bursitis (which occurs when the sacs of liquid between tissues become inflamed).
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injections for Hip Pain
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections promote the body’s natural healing process. In this procedure, the doctor draws a small sample of the patient’s blood and isolates the platelet-rich plasma using a centrifuge.
When injected into the hip, the high concentration of platelets, growth factors, and proteins can help the body respond to injury and encourage healing. Since the treatment is derived from the patient’s own body, there is no chance of rejection.
What to Expect After the Procedures
The treatment takes only a few hours from start to finish, and patients can leave our clinic shortly after with relatively no recovery or downtime. The majority of patients will begin to experience relief within a few weeks following their injection, with pain and inflammation decreasing continuously over the next few months.
For many patients, it can last for years and can even facilitate permanent repair. Additionally, these techniques remove the risks, complications, and painful recovery times that accompany hip replacement surgeries.
If you are suffering from chronic hip pain, PRP therapy may offer a natural and effective alternative to invasive hip replacement surgery.
Contact Regenerate Richmond today at (804) 740-9300 to explore how we can help you regain your mobility and improve your quality of life.