The Quick Guide: PRP Therapy for Hair Loss

Hair loss is a common cosmetic issue that affects both men and women, particularly with age. One of the most advanced and effective treatments for hair loss is PRP therapy, an innovative technique that can stimulate hair growth using the patient’s own plasma. 

The Global Center for Hair Restoration in Nashville, TN, provides PRP therapy for patients struggling with significant hair loss. Learn more about PRP therapy and how it is performed below.

What Is PRP Therapy?

PRP therapy is a non-surgical cosmetic treatment that aims to resolve hair loss by stimulating new hair growth. PRP treatment involves collecting and injecting the patient’s own platelet-rich plasma (PRP) into areas of the scalp where hair thinning is present. PRP has been shown to have growth factor properties. When injected into areas with hair loss, it can encourage new hair to grow.

Platelet-rich plasma is used in many different therapies, including treatment for arthritis and anti-aging procedures. PRP can stimulate healthy, thick hair to grow in hairless or thinning spots when used in hair restoration treatment.

How Is PRP Therapy for Hair Loss Performed?

PRP therapy at the Global Center for Hair Restoration is an outpatient procedure, which means patients can return home the same day their treatment is performed. During PRP treatment, the patient is fully awake. The first step is ensuring your comfort. Before doing anything, a technician will apply a topical anesthetic to numb the treatment areas. 

At the Global Center for Hair Restoration, the PRP procedure is always performed with an attending physician present. Clinical Director, Benjamin Sell, PA-C, will first draw the patient’s blood, purify it, then inject the platelet-rich plasma formula to areas of the scalp experiencing hair loss. This typically includes the hairline, crown, and sides of the head.

Is There Recovery or Downtime?

There is minimal recovery or downtime after a PRP treatment session. Patients can resume regular activity right away. The scalp may be slightly sore in the days that immediately follow the procedure. 

To see optimal results, patients should return for at least three more PRP treatments. After this initial course of therapy is complete, patients can see new hair growth in as little as five to six months.

Am I a Good Candidate for PRP Hair Loss Treatment?

PRP therapy is the most effective in patients struggling with age-related hair loss who do not have certain underlying conditions. This includes medical conditions that affect the blood, skin, or liver. PRP treatment produces the best outcomes when performed in the early stages of hair loss before the hair follicles have remained dormant for too long. 

PRP Hair Restoration Therapy in Nashville

If you’re looking for an innovative and effective treatment for your hair loss, PRP therapy could be the answer. The Global Center for Hair Restoration in Nashville provides PRP hair loss treatment to help both men and women resolve their thinning hair. Contact us by phone or website to schedule an appointment! Our professionals will work with you to determine whether you’re a good candidate for PRP therapy.