Platelet-rich Plasma (PRP) and Alpha 2 Macroglobulin (A2M)
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and Alpha 2 Macroglobulin (A2M) are both biologic treatments used in regenerative medicine to promote healing and reduce inflammation. PRP is created by concentrating platelets from your own blood, which is then injected into injured tissues to stimulate natural healing processes by releasing growth factors that aid in tissue repair. A2M, on the other hand, is a plasma protein that inhibits proteases which break down cartilage and other tissues. It is used particularly in joint treatment to prevent the degradation of cartilage, reduce inflammation, and protect against the progression of osteoarthritis. Together, these therapies leverage the body’s own mechanisms to treat injuries, reduce pain, and restore function in degenerative and injured conditions.
Platelet-rich Plasma (PRP)
PRP harnesses your body’s natural tissue repair system and focuses on where it needs it most. Your platelets are one of the first particles to be activated when your body notices a wound. Platelets contain numerous molecules and growth factors that stimulate blood vessel formation and healing. PRP therapy takes your blood and concentrates your platelets. We then inject those platelets into problem areas in your body, such as soft tissue injuries and joint diseases.
Alpha-2-Macroglobulin
Alpha 2 Macroglobulin (A2M) is a naturally occurring protein that is made in your liver and circulates throughout your body. It protects tissues, specifically cartilage, from inflammation and destruction. The natural A2M is depleted in an inflamed joint, and the inflammation can continue without one of your body’s most powerful tools to fight it. We concentrate your natural A2M from your blood and inject it into the inflamed joint or joints.
Additional Treatments for Muscle and Joint Conditions
In addition to PRP and A2M, ReGen offers Stem Cell infusions and injections, hyaluronic acid injections, and nutritional and supplements to support joint and muscle health and recovery.