Platelet-Rich Plasma à la Carte

    June 2013 in “ Journal of bone and joint surgery. American volume/˜The œJournal of bone and joint surgery. American volume ”
    Christopher H. Evans
    TLDR Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) shows no significant benefit for bone and soft-tissue injuries or wound healing, and its effectiveness may improve with customization.
    The commentary on Satoshi Terada et al.'s article discussed the limitations and potential of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) in musculoskeletal healing. Despite its widespread use, meta-analyses indicated PRP provided no significant benefit for bone and soft-tissue injuries, partly due to the variability in PRP composition and poor quality of clinical studies. Terada et al. proposed customizing PRP for specific indications, demonstrated in a murine model where PRP combined with losartan improved muscle healing by enhancing angiogenesis and reducing fibrosis. This approach suggested potential for personalized PRP treatments, though further research on optimal dosing and application is needed.
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      community Do Platelet-rich plasma, PRP work?

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      Someone's brother tried Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for hair loss; it had minimal effect on hair but improved skin appearance. Microneedling at home was suggested as a more sustainable alternative.

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      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 month ago
      Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy for hair loss is expensive, painful, and often ineffective, with mixed reviews on its benefits. Alternatives like minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants are suggested as more reliable options.

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      in Treatment  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses avoiding caffeine after Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment for hair loss because caffeine is a vasoconstrictor, which can reduce blood flow and hinder the healing process that PRP aims to promote.

      community I just made my own PRP - DIY PRP

      in Research/Science  548 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post and conversation are about a user who made their own Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for hair loss treatment at home, using their own blood and a centrifuge. The responses vary, with some users supporting the DIY approach to save money, others expressing concern about the safety and effectiveness of the method, and a few joking about the lengths people will go to combat hair loss.

      community Anyone have PRP/Exosome results to share?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      Considering alternative treatments to hair loss, such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and exosome therapy, instead of using medications like minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride.

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