Why Most PRP Treatments Fail (and How OrthoBiologics Changes the Game)

Struggling with joint pain? Discover why standard platelet-rich plasma treatments often fail and advanced OrthoBiologics delivers real, lasting relief.

Is chronic joint pain making you miserable? You may have considered platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy to find relief. Many patients try PRP only to find it does not work.

At Carolina Joint and Arthritis in Wilmington, North Carolina, we do things differently than many others. Dr. Austin Yeargan, III is a pioneer in regenerative medicine who offers advanced OrthoBiologics to target your pain at its source.

Why do standard PRP treatments fail?

A key to successful PRP treatments is the concentration of platelets in the plasma and the placement of the needle through which the plasma is injected into the body. A too-small concentration can occur when a cheap, single-spin system that doesn’t concentrate enough platelets is used.

Dr. Yeargan uses high-dose, ultrasound-guided injections. This ensures that we deliver the precise concentration of platelets directly to your damaged tissue.

How does OrthoBiologics compare with other treatments?

Advanced orthobiologic treatments provide superior pain relief compared to traditional gel injections, which contain hyaluronic acid, a main component of the synovial fluid that lubricates joints. In a review of studies involving nearly 2,000 patients, PRP was shown to provide a higher rate of successful outcomes than hyaluronic acid.

Another type of injection is made of stem cells obtained from bone marrow. A review in the Journal of Arthroscopic Surgery and Sports Medicine of 433 patients found no significant differences in pain reduction between bone marrow and standard PRP treatments.

Our team focuses on evidence-based care and customizes your therapy to your specific joint health.

Is early treatment key for orthobiologic success?

Like treatments for many issues, orthobiologic therapies are more effective in the early stages of your disease. Severe joint degeneration does not respond as well to PRP therapy.

This is why we recommend acting early to protect your joints. We offer comprehensive knee pain and shoulder pain evaluations to catch joint damage before it progresses.

Do not let joint pain limit your life. If you want to explore advanced orthobiologic therapies, our team is here to help. Call or message us today to schedule a consultation.