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KTPH: Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy
Overview

Harness your body's natural healing power to treat sports injuries and chronic conditions.

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy uses your own blood components to accelerate healing and reduce pain.

What is Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)?

PRP therapy involves drawing a small amount of your blood, processing it to concentrate the platelets, and injecting this healing-rich solution precisely where you need it most—whether it is your knee, shoulder, or other problem areas.

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Why consider PRP?

  • Promotes natural healing without artificial substances
  • Accelerates tissue repair
  • Particularly effective for tendon injuries, ligament tears and osteoarthritis
  • Minimal risk of adverse reactions as it uses your own blood

What are the risks?

  • Injection site bleeding
  • Injection site infection
  • Flare of pain after the procedure
  • Damage to surrounding structures

Your PRP Treatment Experience

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Before Your Procedure

  • Stop taking anti-inflammatory pain medications (e.g. ibuprofen, naproxen) 1-2 weeks before treatment
  • If you are taking blood-thinning or anti-platelet medications (e.g. aspirin, clopidogrel), please inform your doctor
  • Stay well-hydrated and have a light meal before coming
  • Please note that the procedure may need to be rescheduled if blood cannot be drawn on the day

During Your Procedure

  • The procedure involves an injection to the affected area and typically takes 30-60 minutes
  • Local anaesthetic may be given

After Your Procedure

You might experience increased pain over the injection site over the next few days before it gradually resolves. To support the intended healing response of PRP, please avoid the following after your procedure:

  • Icing the area for 72 hours
  • Anti-inflammatory pain medications for 2 weeks
  • Strenuous activity to the injected area for 2 weeks

Find out if PRP therapy is suitable for you – speak to our sports physician for a personalised assessment!

Click here for more detailed information regarding our Sports Medicine department. 

Click here to make an appointment with Sports & Exercise Medicine clinic, or call 6555 8828.

This article was published by Khoo Teck Puat Hospital and updated in 2026.