The opioid epidemic currently gripping America is devastating families and communities, but an unlikely solution is on the horizon. PRP can be used to effectively relieve pain long-term, which in turn can reduce reliance on opioids for their pain-killing properties. Rather than using dangerous and addictive opioids to treat acute and chronic pain and injuries, PRP treatment can accelerate and enhance the natural healing processes necessary to overcome severe pain.

This is one of the many reasons that Dr. William Bennett is dedicated to the use of PRP at Bennett Orthopedics and Sportsmedicine in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Bennett has utilized PRP for many years to treat a variety of sports injuries and help patients overcome debilitating pain.

What Is PRP?

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is obtained from a sample of a patient’s own blood. The blood is processed through a centrifuge that separates and concentrates the blood platelets. Platelets are so powerful because they secrete growth factors and other proteins that regulate healthy cell division, stimulate tissue regeneration, and promote healing beyond what the body can normally achieve.

When platelets are placed into a bit of blood plasma and injected into the site of injury causing pain, they can inhibit inflammation and quickly regenerate the injured part of the body. In osteoarthritis, for example, PRP is believed to stimulate formation of new cartilage, increase the production of natural lubricating fluid in the joint, and reduce the sensation of pain.

Using PRP to Overcome Pain in Place of Opioids

Living with acute or chronic pain is a daily struggle, one that makes it tempting to turn to opioids for quick relief. However, opioids do not address the root causes of the injury causing pain; they simply mask the pain and place users at high risk of dependency. PRP is a far more effective and reliable treatment option because it initiates tissue repair and even attracts the vital assistance of stem cells that can heal and replace damaged tissue.

Overall, PRP’s natural healing process makes the body’s own efforts far more effective. Unlike opioids, the results are long-lasting and make it possible for patients to enjoy a higher quality of life with minimal to zero pain.

If you are struggling with acute or chronic pain and want to explore regenerative medicine as a safe and effective way to escape your pain, just call (941) 229-1648 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Bennett. This is especially important given that the Florida Senate just passed legislation for a three-day prescription limit for opioids. Dr. Bennett’s PRP treatment gives patients the opportunity to escape the opioid cycle and permanently heal their bodies.