Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy in Hawaii
PRP Therapy in Hawaii: Regenerative Treatment for Tendons, Ligaments & Joints
Platelet-Rich Plasma therapy uses concentrated growth factors from your own blood to repair damaged tissue at the structural level. No synthetic drugs. No opioids. Your body does the healing; PRP accelerates it. Available at all four Vally Medical Group locations across Hawaii.
How PRP Therapy Works
PRP is created from a small sample of your own blood. The blood is processed in a centrifuge to separate and concentrate the platelets, which contain growth factors that signal your body to repair damaged tissue. The concentrated platelet solution is then injected directly into the injured area under ultrasound guidance, delivering a high dose of healing factors exactly where they're needed.
Because PRP comes from your own blood, there is no risk of allergic reaction or rejection. The treatment is minimally invasive, takes about 60 minutes, and most patients resume normal activities within a few days.
Conditions Treated with PRP
PRP is most effective for injuries where tissue has been damaged but has not healed fully on its own, or where chronic inflammation has stalled the body's natural repair process. It is particularly effective for tendon, ligament, and joint injuries.
Rotator cuff tendinopathy, tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis), golfer's elbow (medial epicondylitis), Achilles tendinopathy, patellar tendinopathy. PRP delivers growth factors that stimulate tendon fiber repair and reduce chronic inflammation.
Ankle sprains, knee ligament injuries (partial MCL or LCL tears), wrist ligament damage. PRP strengthens and repairs stretched or partially torn ligament fibers.
Knee osteoarthritis, hip joint pain, shoulder arthritis, facet joint pain. PRP reduces joint inflammation, improves lubrication, and may slow cartilage degeneration.
Chronic muscle strains that have not healed fully, hamstring injuries, disc injuries that have not responded to injection therapy. PRP promotes structural repair of the damaged tissue.
PRP and workers' compensation: PRP therapy is covered under many Hawaii workers' compensation plans when used to treat documented work-related injuries. VMG handles all treatment authorization requests, insurer coordination, and medical documentation. If your claim has been denied for PRP, a denial is not always the final answer.
Why Choose VMG for PRP Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions About PRP
How long does PRP therapy take?
About 60 minutes total. Most patients resume normal activities within a few days. Avoid strenuous activity for 1-2 weeks and avoid anti-inflammatory medications (ibuprofen, naproxen) for the first week since they can interfere with the healing response PRP triggers.
Is PRP covered by workers' compensation?
PRP is covered under many Hawaii WC plans for documented work injuries. We handle all treatment authorization requests. If PRP has been denied by your carrier, the denial can often be appealed with additional documentation.
How many treatments will I need?
Some patients achieve significant improvement with a single injection. Others benefit from 2-3 treatments spaced several weeks apart. Dr. Vally will recommend a plan based on your specific condition and response to the initial treatment.
Does PRP therapy hurt?
Mild discomfort similar to other medical injections. A local anesthetic is applied before the procedure. Some soreness at the injection site for a few days afterward is normal and indicates the healing response is active.
Where is PRP available in Hawaii?
All four VMG locations: Kona, Hilo, Lihue, and Kihei. Call (808) 935-6353 to schedule.
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Ready to Explore PRP Therapy?
Schedule a consultation with Dr. Vally to find out if PRP is the right treatment for your injury. Available at all four Hawaii locations. We handle the workers' comp paperwork.
