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Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is one of the most advanced non-surgical treatments available for joint pain, tendon injuries, and osteoarthritis.
At Pro Sports Medicine in Cardiff, PRP injections are not used as a standalone treatment — they form part of a structured sports medicine pathway designed to diagnose, treat, and return you to performance.
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) is a regenerative treatment that uses a concentration of your own blood platelets to stimulate tissue healing.
After taking a small blood sample, it is processed to isolate platelets — which contain powerful growth factors responsible for tissue repair and regeneration.
These growth factors help:
Stimulate tendon and ligament healing
Promote new blood vessel formation
Accelerate recovery in damaged tissues
The process is simple and clinically targeted:
A blood sample is taken
The sample is processed to concentrate platelets
PRP is injected into the injured area using ultrasound guidance
At Pro Sports Medicine, all injections are delivered under ultrasound guidance to ensure precision and accuracy, which is considered gold-standard practice.
PRP is commonly used in sports and orthopaedic medicine to treat:
Achilles tendinopathy
Patellar tendon pain (jumper’s knee)
Tennis elbow / golfer’s elbow
Rotator cuff tendon injuries
Knee osteoarthritis
Cartilage damage
Early degenerative joint changes
PRP is particularly valuable in chronic injuries that have failed to improve with standard physiotherapy.
PRP therapy is increasingly used as a non-surgical alternative for musculoskeletal conditions.
Accelerated healing and tissue repair
Reduced pain and inflammation
Minimally invasive (no surgery required)
Uses your own blood — no foreign substances
Potential to delay or avoid surgery
Treatment is tailored to your condition and diagnosis.
Most patients require:
1–3 injections over a 3–6 month period
This is always combined with a structured rehabilitation plan to maximise outcomes.
One of the biggest misconceptions is that PRP is a “quick fix”.
At Pro Sports Medicine, we take a different approach:
PRP is only effective when used as part of the right clinical pathway.
Every patient follows a structured process:
Accurate assessment to identify the true cause of your pain
Clear plan — whether PRP, other injections, or rehab is appropriate
Ultrasound-guided PRP delivered with precision
Targeted strengthening and load management
Progression back to sport, training, or daily activity
PRP is one of several advanced treatments available.
Depending on your condition, we may recommend:
Hyaluronic acid injections (joint lubrication)
Corticosteroid injections (short-term inflammation control)
nStride (APS) for knee osteoarthritis
The key is choosing the right treatment for the right diagnosis — not applying a one-size-fits-all approach.
PRP may be appropriate if you:
Have persistent tendon pain
Have early to moderate osteoarthritis
Have not improved with physiotherapy alone
Want to avoid or delay surgery
Are aiming to return to sport or high-level activity
We focus exclusively on musculoskeletal and sports injuries — not general healthcare.
All injections are delivered with imaging guidance for accuracy and safety.
Diagnosis, injection therapy, and rehabilitation delivered under one roof.
Our clinicians work in professional sport, applying the same standards to every patient.
If you are considering PRP, the first step is a Diagnosis Consultation.
This ensures:
PRP is appropriate for your condition
You receive the correct treatment plan
You avoid unnecessary or ineffective treatments
If you’re struggling with joint pain, tendon injury, or a long-standing issue that hasn’t improved, PRP may be an effective option — when used correctly.
Book your diagnosis consultation today and start your recovery pathway.
