Regenerative medicine is a rapidly evolving field that focuses on repairing or regenerating human tissue to restore or establish normal function. This approach aims to treat a variety of health concerns by addressing the root cause, rather than just managing symptoms.

Tailored specifically to the individual patient, targeted regenerative joint injections with platelet-rich plasma (PRP) contain growth factors derived from your own blood to stimulate and support the natural healing process, resulting in less pain, and an accelerated healing process.

PRP is a regenerative targeted therapy for:

  •  Osteoarthritis
  • Hair Loss
  • Joint Injury
  • Torn Ligaments
  • Tendonitis
  • Skin rejuvenation

How Does PRP Work?

Platelets contain growth factors and other bioactive proteins that play a crucial role in tissue repair and regeneration. When PRP is applied to the injured or damaged area, it can accelerate the body’s natural healing processes by stimulating cell growth, collagen production, and tissue repair.

Since PRP utilizes your body’s own healing potential, It’s important to note the effectiveness is dependent upon your overall health.

The Science behind PRP

In the early 2000’s, the use of PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) extended into orthopedics to boost healing in bone grafts and fractures. Continued success encouraged its use in sports medicine for connective tissue repair.

How PRP is made:

A small amount of blood is drawn from your arm and placed in a centrifuge, a machine that spins at high speeds. The initial centrifuge spin separates your blood into its various components: red blood cells, white blood cells, plasma, and platelets. The second centrifuge spin concentrates the platelets and plasma into a solution creating Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP). PRP contains a higher concentration of platelets than what is typically found in whole blood.

At Enhanced Wellness we only want optimal results, and exclusively procure top-quality supplies and equipment. We don’t cut corners by using regular test tubes that can result in contamination, inconsistent results, and potential health risks. The PureSpin PRP Advanced Platelet-Rich Plasma System’s innovative self-sealing valve port and chamber aspirating disc eliminates the risk of contamination, and consistently produces a 91% platelet recovery yield, delivering the highest platelet concentration on the market today at 6-11 x baseline.

Ten growth factors found in platelets

Platelet-Derived Growth Factor (PDGF):
Acts as a chemotactic agent for fibroblasts and stimulates macrophages to debride tissue. It also promotes the synthesis of hyaluronic acid, fibronectin, and collagen.

Transforming Growth Factor Beta (TGF-β):
Promotes the synthesis and preservation of the extracellular matrix (ECM).

Fibroblast Growth Factor (FGF):
Supports angiogenesis, activates fibroblasts, and promotes tissue repair and growth.

Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1 (IGF-1):
Stimulates cell growth and multiplication.

Insulin-Like Growth Factor 2 (IGF-2):
Involved in cell proliferation and differentiation.

Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF):
Increases vessel permeability, modulates the ECM, and exhibits chemotactic properties.

Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF):
Stimulates mitosis in endothelial cells.

Interleukin 8 (IL-8):
Plays a key role in inflammation and wound healing.

Keratinocyte Growth Factor (KGF):
Stimulates the thickening of the skin’s barrier layer.

Connective Tissue Growth Factor (CTGF):
Contributes to the maintenance of normal cell and connective tissue function and is important for tissue repair.