Commonly known as PRP, Platelet-Rich Fibrin Matrix has been around since the early 2000’s. This regenerative therapy is thought to promote your body’s natural healing abilities by utilizing your own blood platelets to release growth factors. This surgery alternative has been shown to stimulate the repair of damaged cartilage, cells and tissue, potentially restoring pre-injury function.
Through a controlled separation process, almost all contaminants are removed to create a pure platelet solution. PRFM takes this pure solution to the next level through a proprietary step by forming a gel-like substance, or scaffolding, that protects and preserves platelets for injection.
As part of the body’s capacity to heal itself, platelets and other components in human blood migrate to a site of injury. Platelets are known to release a variety of factors that respond to tissue injury where they initiate and promote healing. By concentrating platelets at the site of injury, physicians have the potential to enhance the body’s natural capacity for healing. (1,2)
Growth factors are protein molecules found naturally in your body and released by the platelets in your blood. With hundreds of different types in existence, each help in varying ways including regulating cell growth, preventing cell death, and increasing circulation to name a few. Among the benefits of growth factors are their ability to act as chemical messengers, communicating with cells to stimulate growth and repair.
PRFM is an affordable minimally invasive proceedure and cost-effective too. Does come in either 4cc or 8cc of PRFM available for administration at Evolve Medical.
Here's how simple Platelet-Rich Fibrin Matrix (PRFM™) could potentially be for you.
Regulatory status: FDA cleared 510(k) Class II medical device
Yes, many patients begin experiencing pain relief shortly after their first injection. The number of treatments depends on each individual patient and your physician's treatment plan. As with any injectable procedure, some patients may experience mild and temporary irritation, swelling, bruising, itching, discoloration or tenderness at the injection site. It's perfect for those who are suffering from:
Speak to an Evolve Medical PRP/PRFM specialists to learn more. They will be able to help you determine if you are a good candidate.
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