Recovery Time from PRP Injections

Healing takes time, and this is something we need to appreciate.
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[@fingerstyleacoustic6214]

I am having chronic partial tear in deltoid ligament in ankle. So to completely immobilise the joint( plaster or brace) for about 4 to 6 week is very important to heal the tear. But if i choose prp Should i first get prp injection and then put the plaster/brace or I get the plaster/ brace first and then after 4/6 weeks get the injection. Also studies shows that Nsaid reduce the prp effectiveness so is that same for anaesthesia that is used during injection process?

[@trendtrader8074]

Hi doctor I had prp for supraspinatus tendinopathy when do you recommend to do rehab expercises(physical therapy )

[@manojvarma717]

I got prp last year since then there are some bumps on my scalp they are painful even now when i try to comb my hair with a comb they are swelling i mean they are becoming bigger it is also painful while moving my hair with my hands after that it will become painful that i cant touch my scalp for the next two days and then those bumps will calm down if i dont touch my scalp when ever i try to comb this scene is repeating since 1 year and i took a video where those bumps are it looks like normal skin colour some times light red colour i can feel this bumps only when i touch it can you help me doc what is this issue really is?

[@onestar45]

Does the same apply for knees? If not, how long?

[@NeithDollhouse]

I've had about 5 prolotherapy sessions in the last 3/4ths of a year for my cervical neck now, and just last week a PRP session. I had a DMX scan, and it was showing alot of movement in my atlas axis area of my neck, which I guess would account for all my dizziness and pinching sensations I get everyday, most notably when standing. I have only noticed small improvements, but my question is more about recovery from cervical PRP injections. Different people keep telling me different things, don't move it, do move it, don't exercise, do exercise. Before the PRP I was doing daily sessions of gentle flexing back and forth against the tension of an elastic band, and now that it has been a week since my PRP, I am wondering if I should rest more, or begin doing those again? Any helpful advice is GREATLY appreciated! I am tired of being constantly dizzy/brain foggy/pinched :(

[@DrewTimmermansND]

unfortunately I can't provide one on one advice for you because I don't know enough of your symptoms, imaging, and response to prior treatments in order. However, most of the time we allow normal movement and we don't restrict patients too much.

[@NeithDollhouse]

@@DrewTimmermansND cool, thanks much Dr. Drew

[@leoguer4991]

I was surprise after 3 Days the recovery pain was 90% increased the mobility is really work don’t hesitate to do a PRP just choose a good doctor with experiences and point the pain with one finger

[@DrewTimmermansND]

love hearing that!

[@cathaldowdall7467]

@@DrewTimmermansND can I ask you a question?

[@benhorne1404]

I have a PRP recovery question: I may have an injury from a PRP injection and I'm curious about the recovery time? Here's the context: I've been diagnosed with Patellar Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD or a type of tendonitis) in my left ankle either from several ankle sprains or from long terms effects from a tibial fracture almost 20 years ago. About 7 weeks ago, I received a PRP injection at site of most of the ankle pain (just below the medial malleolus) and again just over 4 weeks ago. I recovered from the first injection within a week but the 2nd was a different story; the injection seems to have either significantly aggravated the tendonitis or caused some other injury (slight tearing or inflammation to a nerve or ligament or tendon in the region of the tarsal tunnel, adjacent to the patellar tibial tendon). The pain after the injection is different and (almost) more intense than I had from previous ankle sprains. The pain from the 2nd injection was also noticeably worse than the first (both were more painful than anything I've experienced in several years!) and I could tell immediately from the whole region of pain (up and down the leg/foot, maybe all along the actual tendon) that something was different. I admittedly walked a lot on it in the first two weeks while working through some oral Voltaren (infuriatingly unavailable in the US!); after more rest in the past ~2 weeks the pain and inflammation have decreased. What could be going on with this new or aggravated injury from the injection?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

I'm sorry to hear you're going through that. It's very difficult for me to give an opinion on what happened without seeing you in my office and doing a full workup on you.

[@benhorne1404]

​@@DrewTimmermansND Understandable. Do you think you could answer these questions based on general knowledge? Is it possible for permanent nerve, tendon, or ligament damage to occur from a PRP injection in or around the tarsal tunnel? Can BPC-157, TB-500, or HGH injections heal serious nerve damage? Also, where is your clinic? How could I come see you?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

1. Yes it's possible unfortunately 2. Yes, that is also possible. Percent chance of success is going to be wildly different for different people though, so for some people possible doesn't mean probable. 3. We are located in Gilbert Arizona! If you'd like to see about working with me, please give my office a call at 480 508 4226

[@benhorne1404]

@@DrewTimmermansND I appreciate your fast and honest answers - thank you so much. I'm in Boston, so it probably won't work out, but I'll give you guys a call, nonetheless!

[@DrewTimmermansND]

My pleasure!

[@jclar7210]

I just had prp injection yesterday on my knee for inner right side of knee ligament tear. It's very soar and feels like an incision on my knee when I walk sometimes. Hope it improves with the days

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Give it time! The first few days are always the roughest

[@jclar7210]

@@DrewTimmermansND K, Thank you! I have two more Saturdays of injections. Hope my ligament gets restored

[@KarenCam]

@@jclar7210 Any update on your injury??

[@abz7881]

Yes same for me just had it 6 hours ago it hurts abit, how is your knee now sir?

[@jclar7210]

@abz7881 Hi, I'm way better, thank goodness, it's been 5 months since the 3 Saturday prp sessions in Costa Rica, and while I was there I had an MRI done and it turned out that it wasn't a ligament tear after all, it was a complete meniscus tear of my right knee, the back one. The doctor before I left told me I couldn't do squats again but I can use the leg machine, bike ride and walk. Honestly back here in the states, my dad having had a similar injury years ago told me forcing yourself to walk as much as possible and doing other exercises is the only way it's gonna get better, so believe or not the first 3 months back it still kind of bothered me, but I'm doing way better, with the walking and exercises, the prp was worth the sacrifice!👍🏼

[@FullChamber]

Hi doc, Does it help with nerve recovery? C7 disc herniation has caused me a lot of pain but it has started to fade away. However, nerve impingement has weakened my right triceps by about 95%. I can press 10lb dumbbells and i used to press 110lb dumbbells before.

[@DrewTimmermansND]

that level of muscle weakness is severe and you need to talk with your doctor/surgeon. BPC won't help you regain that

[@adolfventer7481]

Can I get PRP for golfers elbow and get shockwave therapy on the same spot a week later? I am planning to get a few sessions of shockwave therapy and 3 doses of PRP for my injury that I have for over two years now. Would the shockwave negatively impact the PRP therapy if done so closely?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Nope, shockwave will be helpful!

[@annap1191]

Thanks for the video. Are you allowed to commence PRP if you are taking LDN Low dose naltrexone? Appreciate your advice

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Yes we use PRP in patients who are on LDN

[@ThiyagarajanMurugan-pl7dw]

Hi sir I had ankle sprain grade2(atfl,tibiotalar,tibio navicular).6 weeks completed but didn't improve my ankle swelling and pain.will I take prp injunction is cure my problem

[@DrewTimmermansND]

In our clinic we would use PRP for a grade 2 ankle sprain, yes.

[@mattporteous4006]

Hi I had PRP for a TFCC injury 5 weeks ago, I detached the TFCC in both wrists 5 years ago, the last 2 weeks it’s been absolutely unbearable pain similar to post surgical pain, it feels like I’ve ripped the TFCC back off, I’ve had 4 surgeries the last 5 years. No one seems to be able to fix this injury, the clinic said the pain isn’t due to the PRP but it seems 10x worst than before the treatment only a month ago. Will this settle down? Is this normal? I was told this was a risk free procedure as was making good progress with physio, was about 70% better than before original injury, was hoping this would push me up to 90% but feel like it’s set me back 4 years. Hoping I’m jumping the gun and this might be prolonged inflamation as the injury is quite severe

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Sorry to hear that. It's really difficult for me to say if that's from the PRP or not seeing as I am not involved in your care. Big red flag that they told you it was a risk free procedure though. Nothing in medicine is risk free.

[@heythere6983]

I wouldn’t do any exercise after a Prp injection for Atleast 6 weeks. It’s a new injury . It’s normal for It to hurt more for me but I wait weeks . I don’t fee normal for months after , I wouldn’t do anything physical for 6 weeks Atleast.

[@khaledzkhan7423]

I have supraspinatus in my right shoulder , doctors are saying t can get recover by prb injections . my question is if the prp works i will be able to lift weight without any discomfort or difficulties or is it may get worse again if lift weight . Btw the injury occured due falling from motorcycle

[@winterramos4527]

It's been 8 months...how's your shoulder??? I actually had the same thing from benching..I'm only 3 weeks in and I still can't move my shoulder fully...please fill me in on your progress. If you can be very detailed

[@HitmanEF]

I had an L5 S1 PRP performed in my back 1 week ago. Can I start physical therapy now even though I still have some discomfort? Or should I wait until any discomfort is gone?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

You should follow your doctor's recommendations

[@HitmanEF]

@@DrewTimmermansND How long should you or can you feel discomfort after a low back PRP injection?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Most of our patients have discomfort for about 3-5 days, but some have longer

[@ravshana]

How are you feeling now? How much it helped you if any?

[@thomaslong2904]

What do you think about prp for grade 3 atfl injury. Complete rupture to be exact? There's a study showing complete healing.

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Depends on several different factors. We have helped some patients with grade 3 tears with bone marrow procedures, but we have had to send a few for surgery. If you'd like to see if our approaches would be helpful for you, you can find more info here - regenerativeperformance.com/contact

[@thomaslong2904]

@DrewTimmermansND I went 3 months let the swelling go down after being black and blue, went and got prp a week ago. Should I be in a boot?

[@thomaslong2904]

@DrewTimmermansND also, how do yall extract bone marrow?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

I can't comment on what post procedure protocol is right for you as I'm not your physician sorry. These are things we help our patients with as it's individualized. Sometimes we recommend non-weight bearing, other times we don't

[@DrewTimmermansND]

through a bone marrow aspiration from the posterior iliac crest

[@newts1964]

How long does soreness last

[@DrewTimmermansND]

from the injections? Usually no longer than 3-5 days in most people

[@ishikaasawa1598]

i only found about not using NSAIDS a while after already having taken a tablet. would a single tablet affect the prp outcome? this is on the same day as the injection was received.

[@DrewTimmermansND]

likely won't impact results if it's just a single tab

[@debwaite3752]

What about tylenol?

[@sehamali3134]

I accidently took ibuprofen post prp. Will it ruine my results??

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Highly doubt it will ruin your results, but it may reduce some of the efficacy if you took a lot of it for a long period of time. If it was just a few doses I wouldn't sweat it

[@kaiserpr0728]

Hate it.just have it 1 hour ago. Can’t drive back home.

[@user-op4lb8pg2f]

How are you feeling now? I just had an injection this morning on my toe and it is excruciatingly painful.

[@newts1964]

Should one demand guided prp for supraspinatus tear

[@DrewTimmermansND]

If someone has to demand a PRP injection that is guided, they are not seeing the proper doctor. That would be like working with a plumber and demanding they do your electrical work