Five things to know before planning a PRP treatment

  PRP therapy for hair loss is a treatment that utilizes platelet-rich plasma (PRP) to stimulate hair growth and improve hair density. It is a non-surgical procedure that has gained popularity as a potential option for individuals experiencing hair loss or thinning hair. During the PRP therapy procedure for hair loss, the following steps are typically involved: Blood Extraction: A small amount of blood is drawn from the patient, usually from the arm, similar to a routine blood test. Centrifugation: The collected blood sample is processed in a centrifuge machine to separate the platelet-rich plasma from other blood components. PRP Preparation: The platelet-rich plasma is collected and prepared for treatment. Sometimes, additional processing steps may be performed to concentrate the platelets further. Treatment Application: The PRP is then injected directly into the scalp in areas where hair thinning or hair loss has occurred. It can be done through various techniques such as m