I have bilateral OA of the hip joints and am a candidate for THR but am looking for alternative non-surgical treatment. Is PRP based treatment a possibility? Dr. Andrew Blecher Yes it is a possibility, but as of yet there is no evidence to show that PRP is effective for hip OA. There are recent […]
Can PRP be Used in Arthritis? Dr. Arockia Doss There are limited studies that show safety, efficacy in arthritis of the knee and hip. 1. Link 1 2. Link 2 The gist is this: If patients cannot have or refuse cortisone or surgery PRP is an option with appropriate consent, good post inj rehab protocol.’ […]
Is PRP approved by the FDA in treating arthritis? Dr. Andrew Blecher PRP is a procedure and not a drug. Therefore PRP itself does not need FDA approval. However, the devices that separate and concentrate the PRP do need FDA approval. These devices recieve approval for use for specific treatments. As of yet I am […]
Can PRP help to strengthen my hip with out surgery? I am a 62 male with chronic hip pain. Dr. Bronner Handwerger ND This depends on what is exactly causing hip pain. Your doctor will need to give you and exam and determine the cause of the pain. Once we know the cause of the […]
I have arthritis in my right hip. I don’t really want to have surgery so I am looking for alternatives. Is PRP viable for hip problems? Dr. Bronner Handwerger ND Yes, but… It really depends on the severity of your arthritis. Each patient responds differently to PRP treatment and often the severity of the issue […]
