Platelet-Rich
Plasma (PRP)

Q: Who is a good candidate for PRP?

PRP therapy may be appropriate for patients who have joint, tendon, or ligament injuries, are in early stages of arthritis, have not improved with physical therapy or medications, want a non-surgical biologic treatment option, or are looking to avoid repeated steroid injections. A consultation and diagnostic evaluation are required to determine whether PRP is the right option for each individual.

Physician performing an image-guided platelet-rich plasma injection

PRP is prepared from a small sample of your own blood, concentrating platelets and growth factors before the solution is precisely delivered to the targeted joint, tendon, ligament, or other musculoskeletal structure. At Interventional Orthopedics of Washington, each treatment plan is physician-led and personalized to your diagnosis, anatomy, and goals.

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Prepared From Your Own Blood
Ultrasound or Fluoroscopy Guidance, When Appropriate
Physician-Led, Diagnosis-Based Planning
Non-Surgical, Outpatient Treatment

PRP may not be appropriate for every patient. A consultation is required to determine whether it fits your diagnosis, health history, imaging, and treatment goals. Individual responses and recovery timelines vary.

Treatment Overview

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is a regenerative treatment that uses your body’s own growth factors to support healing in joints, tendons, and ligaments. At Interventional Orthopedics of Washington, prp injections are offered as a non-surgical option for patients seeking relief from joint pain, tendon injuries, and chronic musculoskeletal conditions.

Each prp treatment starts with precise diagnostics and is performed using image guidance to target the source of pain. Care is led by board-certified physician Dr. Otoño Silva, MD, who combines regenerative medicine expertise with a patient-first approach to deliver accurate, evidence-based prp joint treatment in Bellevue, WA.

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Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy FAQs

Clear answers about PRP therapy, how it works, how it is prepared, and who may be a good candidate for treatment.

What is PRP Therapy?

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is a regenerative treatment that uses a concentrated portion of a patient’s own blood to support healing. Platelets contain growth factors that play a key role in tissue repair and inflammation control. PRP is commonly used in orthopedic medicine to treat joint pain, tendon and ligament injuries, and early osteoarthritis without surgery.

PRP has been widely studied and is used in sports medicine, orthopedic care, and rehabilitation to support recovery and restore function.

How does PRP work in the body?

When tissue is injured, platelets naturally release growth factors that signal the body to begin healing. PRP concentrates these platelets and delivers them directly to the injured area.

By placing PRP precisely into damaged joints, tendons, ligaments, or soft tissue, the treatment helps:

Reduce inflammation
Support tissue repair
Improve joint stability and mobility
Encourage healthier tissue regeneration over time

At IOW, all PRP injections are performed using ultrasound or fluoroscopic guidance to ensure accuracy and safety.

How is PRP prepared?

PRP is created from a small sample of the patient’s own blood. The blood is processed in a centrifuge to separate and concentrate the platelets and growth factors. This platelet-rich solution is then injected into the targeted area using image guidance.

Because PRP is derived from the patient’s own blood, the risk of allergic reaction or rejection is extremely low.

What conditions are commonly treated with PRP?

PRP therapy is most often used for musculoskeletal conditions, including:

Chronic joint pain
Tendon and ligament injuries
Sprains and strains
Joint instability
Mild to moderate osteoarthritis
Inflammation-related pain

PRP may also be recommended when patients want to avoid steroid injections or delay surgery.

What benefits can patients expect from PRP therapy?

PRP is designed to support healing rather than simply masking pain. Many patients experience:

Reduced pain and inflammation
Improved joint function and mobility
Increased tissue strength and stability
Gradual, sustained improvement over time

Some patients experience temporary soreness or swelling after treatment, which is a normal part of the healing response.

Who is a good candidate for PRP?

PRP therapy may be appropriate for patients who:

Have joint, tendon, or ligament injuries
Are in early stages of arthritis
Have not improved with physical therapy or medications
Want a non-surgical, biologic treatment option
Are looking to avoid repeated steroid injections

A consultation and diagnostic evaluation are required to determine whether PRP is the right option for each individual.

Can’t find your condition on the list?

You might be a candidate. Schedule your free discovery call and let’s explore your options.

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Medically reviewed by Dr. Otoño Silva, M.D.

Board Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation · Fellowship-Trained in Interventional Orthopedics, Centeno-Schultz Clinic

Last reviewed August 2026