PRP for Shoulder Pain

Shoulder Conditions PRP Treats

Rotator Cuff Injuries

Partial tears and tendinopathy of the rotator cuff respond well to PRP. Growth factors promote tendon healing and reduce inflammation.

Shoulder Tendinitis

Inflammation of shoulder tendons (supraspinatus, biceps) can be treated with PRP to stimulate repair.

Shoulder Bursitis

PRP can reduce chronic bursitis by promoting tissue healing and reducing inflammation.

Shoulder Arthritis

Early to moderate osteoarthritis may benefit from PRP's anti-inflammatory and regenerative effects.

Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)

Some patients with frozen shoulder benefit from PRP as part of comprehensive treatment.

How PRP Helps Shoulder Pain

Mechanism of Action:

• Growth factors stimulate tissue repair

• Reduces inflammation naturally

• Promotes collagen production

• Improves blood supply to damaged area

• Encourages healing at cellular level

Advantages Over Cortisone:

• Promotes actual healing, not just pain masking

• No tendon-weakening effects

• Longer-lasting results

• Can be repeated safely

Treatment Process

Assessment:

Your doctor will assess your shoulder, review any scans (MRI, ultrasound), and determine if PRP is appropriate.

Treatment:

1. Blood drawn and PRP prepared

2. Shoulder positioned for optimal access

3. Injection performed (may use ultrasound guidance for precision)

4. Takes approximately 30-45 minutes

Aftercare:

• Rest shoulder for 48-72 hours

• Avoid anti-inflammatory medications

• Begin gentle movement as advised

• Physiotherapy recommended

Expected Results

Timeline:

• Week 1-2: Initial healing, may feel slightly worse before better

• Week 3-4: Pain begins to improve

• Month 2-3: Significant improvement in most patients

• Month 3-6: Optimal results

Success Rates:

• Rotator cuff partial tears: 70-80% report significant improvement

• Shoulder arthritis: 60-70% experience pain reduction

• Results typically last 6-12 months

Is PRP Right for Your Shoulder?

Good Candidates:

• Partial rotator cuff tears

• Chronic tendinitis not responding to physio

• Early to moderate arthritis

• Previous cortisone wearing off

• Want to avoid or delay surgery

May Need Other Treatment:

• Complete rotator cuff tears (may need surgery)

• Severe arthritis (may need replacement)

• Acute injuries (allow initial healing first)

Pricing

Shoulder PRP Injection: £495

Course of 2 Injections: £895

Includes assessment and follow-up.

Book Shoulder Consultation

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Discuss your shoulder condition and treatment options.

FAQ

Can PRP heal a torn rotator cuff?

PRP can help heal partial tears. Complete tears typically need surgical repair, though PRP may be used post-surgery to enhance healing.

How many injections do I need?

Most shoulder conditions need 1-2 injections. Your doctor will advise based on your response.

Can I continue physiotherapy?

Yes—physiotherapy is recommended alongside PRP for best results. Wait 48-72 hours post-injection before resuming.

The London PRP Clinic. Shoulder pain treatment in Marylebone.