Living with arthritis can be a daily struggle, with many patients relying on medications or facing the prospect of surgery. However, a new option is changing the landscape of arthritis treatment. Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy, enhanced by the Arthrex ACP® Double-Syringe System. Let’s explore how this system offers a more targeted and natural approach to restoring joint health and improving quality of life.
The Important Benefits of PRP Therapy for Arthritis
Traditional treatments may help manage arthritis symptoms but rarely offer a lasting solution. Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy addresses arthritis at its source as it contains healing and growth factors that:
- Decrease inflammation in the joint easing pain and swelling.1
- Stimulate repair of damaged cartilage.2
- Alleviate discomfort by enhancing joint lubrication.3
- Boost cell production, including cartilage cells, to maintain joint health.4
- Modulate immune response preventing further joint damage.5
How the Arthrex ACP® Double-Syringe System Works
The Arthrex ACP® Double-Syringe System is a specialized medical device used to prepare autologous conditioned plasma (ACP), a type of PRP where plasma is conditioned (processed) from the patient's blood. It contains a high concentration of platelets and growth factors. The system includes two syringes—an outer syringe to draw blood and an inner syringe to separate and collect the concentrated plasma after centrifugation.
Enhancing the Benefits of PRP Therapy
The Arthrex ACP® Double-Syringe System has several key features that make it effective for PRP therapy:
- Closed System: Minimizes contamination risk by keeping the PRP preparation process within a sealed environment.
- Rapid Platelet Concentration: Quickly concentrates platelets and growth factors from a small blood sample.
- User-Friendly Design: Simplifies the preparation process, making it quicker and easier to use.
- Selective Cell Concentration: Excludes neutrophils to avoid potential negative effects on the healing process.6
If you're struggling with chronic arthritis pain and seeking a non-surgical treatment option, PRP Therapy using the Arthrex ACP® Double-Syringe System might be the solution for you. Schedule an appointment with Dr. DiPaolo today to explore how this innovative therapy can help restore your joint health and improve your quality of life.
AUTHOR: Dr. Daneca DiPaolo is a highly skilled, board-certified orthopedic surgeon located in Grenada, Mississippi. She offers the latest orthopedic techniques and provides quality, compassionate, state-of-the-art orthopedic care.
Reference:
1. https://link.springer.com/article/10.4103/err.err_17_18
2. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35529427/
3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6220006/
4. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9465610/
5. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/1721727X221112271
