To ensure the best results and minimize risks, please carefully follow these pre-care guidelines before your PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) treatment.

General Guidelines

• Illness or Infection: If you develop a fever, cold, flu, active infection, or inflammation in the treatment area, please contact us to reschedule. Receiving PRP when your immune system is heightened may increase the risk of complications.
• Scheduling: Plan your PRP session at least 3–4 weeks before any special event or vacation to allow for healing and swelling to subside.
• Cold Sores: If you have a history of cold sores, begin a prophylactic antiviral (such as Valtrex) on or before the day of your treatment to help prevent a flare-up.

Medications and Supplements

• Discontinue anti-inflammatory medications (steroidal and non-steroidal) such as aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), Aleve, or Medrol/Prednisone 3 days to 1 week prior to treatment.
  • Inflammation is a key mechanism of PRP’s healing process; suppressing it can reduce effectiveness.
• Steroid Use: If you have used steroids within 2 weeks prior to treatment, we cannot proceed. Consult your physician for approval before discontinuing steroid use.
• Avoid blood-thinning supplements for 3 days to 1 week before and after treatment, including:
  • Vitamin E and A
  • Gingko Biloba
  • Garlic, Flax Oil, or Cod Liver Oil
  • Omega-3 and other Essential Fatty Acids (EFA, DHA)
    These can increase bruising and bleeding risk.

Lifestyle

• Avoid alcohol, caffeine, spicy foods, Niacin supplements, and smoking for 3 days before and after treatment, as these may increase bruising and slow healing.
• Maintain a balanced diet and stay well hydrated (aim for at least 64 oz of water daily).