P latelet -R ich P lasma T reatment and S tem C ell T herapy
What Is the Difference?
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment and stem cell therapy are both on the forefront of regenerative medicine, but are there significant differences between the two? Is one form of treatment better than the other? Let’s take a look. At NSI Stem Cell, we use both types of therapy. Both have unique and remarkable qualities. For example, we use PRP treatment for certain types of physical injuries, such as knee-related issues. For neurological conditions, however, we often use stem cell therapy. It’s important to note that PRP and stem cell therapies are not “rival” treatments. They are often used together to treat a wide array of diseases, injuries, and acute disorders.
cartilage, blood, organ, and brain cells. It doesn’t matter if you have a disease, a wound, a neurological issue, or even a combination of causes. Stem cell therapy in regenerative medicine is used to address and heal the underlying causes of illness and injury.
Platelet-Rich Plasma Treatment
Platelet-rich plasma was popularized in professional sports. Many professional athletes have been treated for acute injuries, including ligament and muscle injuries. Prior to the development of PRP therapy, the treatment relied on medication, physical therapy, or invasive surgery. But as more and more pro athletes began crediting PRP with their quick return to the game, the therapy emerged as a viable alternative to more invasive procedures. While stem cells are sourced from adipose fat, PRP is derived from the blood. The platelets in PRP are a rich resource of growth factors. Growth factors play an essential role in wound healing and the process of regeneration. But PRP also releases an abundance of other substances critical to the healing of wounds. PRP augments the creation of blood vessels, improves healing of soft tissues, and enhances bone regeneration.
Stem Cell Therapy
Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are known for their ability to self-renew and differentiate into multiple lineage pathways. These cells, which are derived from adipose stem cells, are “packets of potential.” They remain in our bodies throughout life, waiting for chemical signals to alert them to the needs of both brain and body.
MSCs can become whatever type of cell is needed for repair, regrowth, replacement, and regeneration. This includes skin, bone,
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