Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy
Advanced healing for joint, tendon, and ligament pain—using your body’s own natural growth factors.
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is an innovative, non-surgical treatment designed to regenerate damaged soft tissues, ligaments, tendons, and cartilage. Using a simple blood draw, PRP isolates healing platelets from your own blood, which are then injected directly into the affected area. This jumpstarts the body’s natural healing process, helping reduce pain and inflammation while promoting tissue repair.
What Is Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)?
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is a highly concentrated form of your own blood that contains platelets rich in growth factors and bioactive proteins. These proteins play a key role in stimulating tissue repair and accelerating healing.
When Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is injected into an injured or degenerated area, it stimulates new collagen production, supports tissue regeneration, and encourages the formation of new blood vessels. This results in stronger, more resilient tissue over time.
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is often used to treat:
Sports injuries
Tendonitis and ligament strains
Arthritic joints
Rotator cuff tears, plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, and more.
How the Procedure Works
At Silver Pain Centre, PRP therapy is performed in-office by experienced specialists using sterile, image-guided techniques.
Step-by-Step Process:
Blood Draw
A small sample of your blood is collected from your arm.
Centrifugation
Your blood is placed in a centrifuge, which separates the platelet-rich plasma from other blood components.
Injection
The PRP is injected directly into the area of injury or degeneration using ultrasound or fluoroscopic guidance for pinpoint accuracy.
Healing Phase
Over the next few weeks, the PRP stimulates tissue repair, strengthens the treated area, and reduces inflammation.
The entire process takes about 15–30 minutes, and patients typically return home the same day.
Why Choose Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)?
Natural Healing
Uses your own blood—no synthetic medication or foreign substances.
Precision-Guided
Delivered using imaging techniques for optimal placement and outcomes.
Non-Surgical
Minimally invasive and less aggressive than surgical intervention.
Covered by Insurance
Many plans accept ESI; we’ll help verify your coverage.
Long-Term Relief
Helps rebuild tissue strength and slow degeneration over time.
Fewer Side Effects
No scarring, and minimal risk compared to cortisone or surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Long Does Relief Last?
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Most patients begin noticing improvement within 4–6 weeks after treatment.
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Relief can last for several months to over a year, depending on your condition and activity level.
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2–3 treatments spaced 8–12 weeks apart are typically recommended for best results.
Is This Treatment Right for You?
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) may be ideal if:
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You’ve had limited success with medications, cortisone injections, or physical therapy.
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You want to avoid or delay surgery.
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You’re dealing with a tendon, ligament, or cartilage injury, or mild-to-moderate osteoarthritis.
Why Choose Silver Pain Centre?
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Regenerative Medicine Experts: Our physicians are trained in the latest non-surgical regenerative therapies, including PRP, to help accelerate healing and restore function.
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Precision-Guided Injections: We use ultrasound or fluoroscopy to ensure your PRP is delivered exactly where it’s needed for optimal tissue repair.
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OHIP-Covered Consultations: No referral required—book directly with our team and get expert guidance on whether PRP is right for you.
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Integrated Recovery Support: We coordinate physiotherapy and rehab planning to complement your PRP treatment and maximize results.
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Compassionate, Personalized Care: From consultation to follow-up, we focus on your long-term health, mobility, and quality of life.
What to Expect at Silver Pain Centre?
At Silver Pain Centre, we’ve designed our process to be simple, supportive, and focused on getting you relief—fast.
Complete Your Self-Referral: Fill out our short online form. A physician will review your information within 72 hours and contact you for a consultation. No doctor’s referral is needed, and your visit is covered by OHIP.
Meet With a Specialist: In your virtual or in-person consultation, we’ll review your symptoms, history, and imaging to confirm if PRP is the right option for you.
Receive Treatment: If appropriate, your PRP procedure will be scheduled and performed with ultrasound or fluoroscopic guidance for safe, accurate injection.
Resume Daily Life: Most patients can resume light activities the same day. Physiotherapy will be recommended to complement the healing process and enhance results.
Is this treatment right for you or your patient?
Our Medical Director is here to help. If you have a question about whether this treatment is appropriate for yourself or someone in your care, submit it below and our team will review your inquiry.
Your Partner in Pain Management
At Silver Pain Centre, we understand the challenges of chronic pain. We offer comprehensive care for a wide range of conditions, including joint and back pain, chronic headaches, nerve pain, muscle injuries, post-surgical pain, sports injuries, and more.
Located in North Toronto, our modern 20,000 sq. ft. facility offers shorter wait times and free parking, making access to care easier. With a patient-centered, multidisciplinary approach, we create tailored treatment plans to deliver long-lasting relief when traditional methods have not succeeded.
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Discover Lasting Relief with PRP Therapy—Start Your Self-Referral Today!
If you’re dealing with joint, tendon, or ligament pain and want a regenerative, non-surgical solution, don’t wait. Our specialists at Silver Pain Centre will review your self-referral within 72 hours and guide you through an OHIP-covered consultation, available virtually or in person.