How Platelet Rich Plasma is Used in Foot Surgery

When it comes to foot surgery, platelet-rich plasma can be one of the most important resources a surgeon can have at his or her disposal. Platelet rich plasma is plasma that has been enhanced using blood platelets, and this type of plasma promotes faster healing times and better regeneration of soft tissue and bone for patients undergoing surgery. Although the amount of platelets found in this type of plasma can vary, preparations typically contain about five times more platelets than the amount found in normal blood.

What Types of Conditions Are Treated Using Platelet Rich Plasma?

Platelet rich plasma can be used in surgery to treat a variety of orthopedic conditions, including tendonitis or torn ligaments. Our surgeon can also use this substance in surgeries to correct severe foot and ankle sprains and different types of  joint and muscle injuries. Likewise, foot conditions that are degenerative in nature and are not the result of an injury, such as osteoarthritis, can also often benefit from platelet rich plasma during surgery

How is Platelet Rich Plasma Used?

During surgery, platelet rich plasma may be injected into a specific problem area. This will depend upon the location of the injury as to whether or not this type of therapy will be useful. After surgery, injections of platelet rich plasma may be used to promote healthy healing and regeneration of tissue or bone that was removed in order to correct the initial condition.

Is Plasma Rich Platelet Technology Safe?

Currently, the Food and Drug Administration has approved two methods of preparation for platelet rich plasma. Each method is completed using the patient’s own blood that is drawn in a lab setting. The blood is then put through a centrifuge device to separate the platelets. Once prepared, it is injected back into the body, so the patient is receiving his or her own blood.

To learn more about platelet rich plasma and its benefits for surgical procedures or those who have undergone foot surgery, contact Southwest Foot & Ankle. The podiatrists at Southwest Foot & Ankle offer a variety of orthopedic services, including foot and ankle surgery and platelet rich plasma therapies at both their Lewisville, TX location and their Plano, TX location. In addition, Southwest Foot & Ankle provides care for foot pain, heel pain, ankle pain, and toe pain as well as treatment options for conditions such as hammer toe, plantar fasciitis, and diabetic foot.

To schedule your appointment, call 972-318-2738 in Lewisville, 972-805-9985 in Plano or 972-318-2655 in Irving.