PRP Therapy As A Hair Loss Solution

According to US National Library of Medicine website Platelet Rich Plasma PRP is scientifically known as autologous blood with concentrations above baseline levels containing at least seven growth factors. In other words, PRP is just taking a portion of someone's blood separating it into two layers: one layer is the platelet rich plasma that contains small colorless disk-shape cells (platelet) and the red blood cells. Platelet rich plasma is a natural source of growth factors that is used to promote soft tissue healing and is used today as a solution to hair loss.

Platelet Rich Plasma was discovered in 1999 by different companies, according to bones and joints expert, Dr. Joseph Aiello. Dr. Aiello said, "oral surgeons and plastic surgeons were the first to get on board with PRP." Oral and plastic surgeons used PRP when doing reconstructive bone surgery and plastic surgery. The enhancement of the healing after surgery was the motivation for the use of PRP.

At one point PRP was very expensive. Later doctors started to use PRP to stabilize different joints. Athletes like Tiger Woods, Hines Ward, the Pittsburg Steelers and Stanford football players would use PRP to heal injuries quicker so they can get back to playing before choosing the option of having surgery. The results of using PRP to heal and stabilize joints turned out fantastic! In 2004 Menlo Medical clinic's, Dr. Allan Mishra did a study of the use of PRP and found that 90 percent of healing was at the six-month mark on injuries that were 20 months old.

Today PRP plays a significant role in hair loss restoration. International Hair Restoration Systems offers Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy, an advanced hair restoration solution for men and women. For this safe and comfortable procedure with little to no downtime, the platelets are distributed directly into the hair follicle stimulating growth.

The steps of the PRP process consist of transferring stem cells to your hairline, crown or the top of your head to be used to help promote hair growth and reverse hair loss. Blood is drawn and placed into a machine with a rapidly rotating container, known as a centrifuge, that separates the plasma that includes substantial growth factors from the blood. It is then placed in the scalp. Platelet Rich Plasma is an outstanding technology used to heal scar tissue and hair follicles, while also helping to thicken the existing hair follicles that are weak from hair loss.

International Hair Restoration Systems is Jacksonville’s premiere hair restoration clinic. We offer the latest technology in hair restoration solutions for both men and women.  These include hair and scalp treatments, non-medical hair replacement, laser hair therapy treatments and hair transplants. We extend every courtesy and accommodation to our clients to ensure a pleasant experience. With convenient, discreet off-street parking, our hair restoration center is specifically designed for your comfort and privacy. We believe you’ll find our service is exceptional.

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Disclaimer: As with all procedures, results may vary.  The procedure that aligns best with your intended results will be determined in your private evaluation with your hair loss consultant. 

 Sources

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2609914/

http://www.empowher.com/bones-amp-joints/content/platelet-rich-plasma-therapy-how-long-have-doctors-practiced-dr-aiello-vide

https://www.hss.edu/condition-list_prp-injections.asp

http://menloclinic.com/physician-profile-detail/mishra.html