There are several things to consider when deciding whether to use PRP. One is COST. PRP is more expensive to use for two reasons.
1. It takes more time to make than dextrose, so it takes more personnel time.
2. Some doctors use kits to make it and specialized centrifuges, which can be costly.
A second consideration is HOW BIG AN AREA? There is a limit to the size of area you can treat with PRP because there is a limit to how much PRP can be made with one blood draw.
When we see patients we think about the following question, "Since PRP is stronger but also costs more to use, where will it be more cost effective to use it?" So, if it's stronger, even though it is more expensive, it may be more cost effective to use. It may also achieve results with less treatment for someone with more limited time. This is where careful individual consideration of the unique needs of each patient is important.
One other consideration is whether there are areas of nerve compression or neuropathy, since PRP may be more helpful in treating nerves than dextrose.
1. It takes more time to make than dextrose, so it takes more personnel time.
2. Some doctors use kits to make it and specialized centrifuges, which can be costly.
A second consideration is HOW BIG AN AREA? There is a limit to the size of area you can treat with PRP because there is a limit to how much PRP can be made with one blood draw.
When we see patients we think about the following question, "Since PRP is stronger but also costs more to use, where will it be more cost effective to use it?" So, if it's stronger, even though it is more expensive, it may be more cost effective to use. It may also achieve results with less treatment for someone with more limited time. This is where careful individual consideration of the unique needs of each patient is important.
One other consideration is whether there are areas of nerve compression or neuropathy, since PRP may be more helpful in treating nerves than dextrose.