What is a platelet-rich plasma shot?
Plasma is the liquid part of your blood. Did you know that your plasma is made of mostly water and protein.
Blood is made up of several key components, and plasma is the liquid foundation that holds it all together — consisting largely of water and protein. It serves as the transport system that moves red and white blood cells and platelets throughout your body. Platelets are the cells responsible for clotting, and they are central to how your body initiates and carries out the healing process.
At our Kennewick clinic, we apply platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy to a wide range of injuries and conditions affecting tendons, ligaments, muscles, joints, and skin.
Have you considered platelet-rich plasma injections as part of your treatment?
Northwest Injury Clinics can now offer this service as part of your recovery plan.
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections are growing in popularity with celebrity athletes like Tiger Woods and others.
These shots, come from your own blood. They are often used to treat sports injuries. We've also seen success with healing wounds after surgery.
Understanding PRP Injection Therapy in Kennewick
At our Kennewick clinic, we provide advanced Platelet-Rich Plasma therapy designed to support injury recovery and help manage chronic pain — all without the need for invasive surgical intervention. PRP treatment harnesses your body's built-in healing intelligence by concentrating platelet-rich plasma from your own blood and delivering it directly to the affected area. Because platelets are packed with growth factors that drive tissue repair and regeneration, PRP represents a natural, forward-thinking approach to pain relief and recovery.
Whether you're bouncing back from a sports injury or searching for a drug-free alternative to conventional pain management, our Kennewick team has the expertise and solutions to help. Reach out today to schedule a consultation and discover how PRP therapy can play a role in your recovery.
How the PRP Injection Procedure Works
The process starts simply — with a small blood draw. That sample is then spun in a centrifuge to isolate and concentrate the platelets, which are subsequently injected with precision into the target site, whether that's a damaged tendon, ligament, muscle, or joint.
From start to finish, the procedure typically takes about an hour. Most patients are able to resume their normal activities the same day, and while some mild soreness at the injection site is possible, the vast majority of patients tolerate the treatment very well with little to no downtime.
Who Makes a Good Candidate for PRP Injections?
PRP therapy is an excellent option for those seeking a natural, minimally invasive path to pain relief and healing. It tends to be particularly effective for patients managing chronic pain conditions like arthritis, sports injuries including tendonitis or ligament tears, muscle strains and sprains, joint pain in areas such as the knee, shoulder, or ankle, and injuries that have been slow to heal on their own.
If surgery or ongoing medication use isn't the route you want to take, PRP therapy may be exactly what your treatment plan has been missing. Contact our Kennewick team today to find out whether you're a good candidate for this regenerative approach.
What Can We Treat With Platelet-Rich Plasma?
Platelet-rich plasma injections are used to treat torn tendons, tendinitis, muscle injuries, arthritis-related pain, and joint injuries.
PRP injections have demonstrated effectiveness across a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions, including torn tendons, tendinitis, muscle injuries, arthritis-related pain, and joint damage. Research also suggests that PRP can meaningfully reduce pain levels and enhance overall mobility — making it a particularly valuable tool for patients dealing with rotator cuff injuries and similar challenges.
