PRP for Back Issues
Non-surgical solutions for chronic back pain using regenerative PRP therapy.
A Non-Surgical Path Forward
Back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide, and for those living with it, the impact extends far beyond physical discomfort. It affects sleep, mood, work capacity, and the ability to enjoy time with family. For many patients, the conventional path involves an escalating cycle of pain medications, repeated cortisone injections, and eventually the difficult decision of whether to pursue spinal surgery.
PRP therapy offers a fundamentally different approach. Rather than masking symptoms or cutting into the spine, PRP works with your body's own biology to address the structural causes of back pain. The concentrated platelets contain growth factors that promote disc cell viability, reduce inflammatory mediators within the facet joints, and strengthen the ligaments that maintain spinal stability. This regenerative strategy addresses the disease process itself.
The non-surgical advantage cannot be overstated. Spinal PRP is performed as an outpatient procedure with no general anesthesia, no incisions, and no lengthy hospital stay. Most patients return to their daily routine within days, not months, and because the treatment harnesses your own biology, the risk of adverse reactions is exceptionally low.
Back Conditions We Treat
Lumbar Disc Degeneration
Degenerative disc disease causes the intervertebral discs to lose hydration and structural integrity over time. PRP injected into or around the disc can stimulate cellular repair, slow further degeneration, and reduce the discogenic pain that disrupts daily life.
Facet Joint Syndrome
The small stabilizing joints along your spine can develop arthritis and inflammation, creating sharp localized pain and stiffness. PRP targets the inflamed joint capsule and surrounding tissues, promoting healing without the repeated cortisone injections that can weaken joint structures.
Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction
SI joint instability or inflammation produces pain in the lower back, buttock, and sometimes down the leg. PRP strengthens the ligaments supporting this critical pelvic joint, restoring the stability needed for comfortable movement.
Sciatica
When nerve root irritation from disc herniations or spinal stenosis causes radiating leg pain, PRP can reduce the local inflammation compressing the nerve. By addressing the root cause rather than numbing the pain pathway, PRP offers a path to lasting sciatic relief.
Muscle Strains
The paraspinal muscles supporting the spine are susceptible to acute strains and chronic overuse injuries. PRP accelerates muscle fiber repair, restoring the muscular support system that keeps the spine stable and protected.
Ligament Sprains
Spinal ligaments, including the interspinous and iliolumbar ligaments, can be sprained through injury or prolonged poor posture. PRP reinforces these critical stabilizers, addressing a common but often overlooked source of persistent back pain.
What to Expect
In-Depth Spinal Evaluation
Back pain can originate from multiple structures simultaneously. Our assessment combines a detailed physical examination with a thorough review of your MRI or CT imaging to identify the specific pain generators, whether disc, facet, ligament, or muscle.
Personalized Treatment Planning
Unlike a one-size-fits-all approach, we design your PRP protocol around your specific diagnosis. The concentration, volume, and injection targets are all customized. For complex cases involving multiple structures, we may stage treatments across sessions for optimal results.
Image-Guided Injection
Spinal PRP demands the highest level of precision. Depending on the target structure, we use fluoroscopic or ultrasound guidance to navigate safely around neural elements and deliver the PRP exactly where it will have the greatest biological impact.
Progressive Rehabilitation
Spinal recovery requires patience and a disciplined approach. We provide a phased rehabilitation plan beginning with gentle core activation in the first week, progressing to stabilization exercises by week three, and gradually building toward full functional activity over 8-12 weeks.
Rediscover Life Without Back Pain
Surgery is not your only option. Find out how regenerative PRP therapy can help restore your spine and your quality of life.
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