PRP

Podiatry & Foot and Ankle Surgeon located in Beavercreek, OH

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is a minimally invasive treatment that speeds up the body’s healing process. It’s a safe and effective way to address foot and ankle problems, including plantar fasciitis, diabetic wounds, and broken bones. At Feet First Institute of Beavercreek in Beavercreek, Ohio, experienced podiatrist Stephan Giambi, DPM, specializes in PRP therapy. Call Feet First Institute of Beavercreek today to schedule a PRP consultation, or book your appointment online.

What is platelet-rich plasma (PRP)?

Platelet-rich plasma therapy, or PRP, is an outpatient procedure that promotes recovery. It uses growth factors in your blood (platelets) to reduce inflammation, increase circulation, and spur the production of new, healthy cells and tissue.

Because PRP uses your blood, there’s no risk of infection or other complications. A series of PRP treatments can relieve pain and help you return to your favorite activities quickly.

What types of foot and ankle problems can benefit from PRP?

At Feet First Institute of Beavercreek, Dr. Giambi uses PRP to treat various foot and ankle problems, including:

Bunions
Foot pain
Diabetic ulcers and other slow-healing wounds
Plantar fasciitis
Achilles tendinitis
Ankle instability
Foot and ankle fractures (broken bones)
Heel spurs
Morton’s neuroma

Sometimes, Dr. Giambi administers PRP after foot or ankle surgery. That reduces the risk of infection and speeds up your body’s healing process.

What does PRP involve?

PRP is an outpatient procedure that averages 60-90 minutes.

If Dr. Giambi determines you’re a candidate for PRP, he draws blood from a vein in your arm. Afterward, he puts your blood sample in a centrifuge –– a machine that spins rapidly, separating the platelets (growth factors) from the rest of your blood.

Once the platelet-rich plasma solution is ready, Dr. Giambi uses a syringe to inject the PRP into strategic areas of your feet and/or ankles. For example, if you have plantar fasciitis, Dr. Giambi injects the PRP into the bottom and sides of your heel.

After the PRP enters your body, it increases circulation to the treatment site. That reduces inflammation, relieves pain, and triggers the production of new, healthy tissue.

How many PRP treatments will I need?

The number of PRP treatments you need depends on the foot or ankle problem treated and the severity of your symptoms. Some people experience significant pain relief after a single PRP session,* but Dr. Giambi typically recommends a series of treatments.

The results of PRP therapy are cumulative, meaning the benefits add up over time.

Dr. Giambi monitors your recovery at regular checkups and adjusts your care plan as needed.

Call Feet First Institute of Beavercreek today to schedule PRP treatment, or book your appointment online.

*Individual results may vary.