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PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) joint injections are used to promote healing and reduce pain in joints affected by conditions like arthritis, tendon injuries, and ligament injuries. The procedure involves injecting a concentration of platelets, derived from the patient's own blood, into the injured area to stimulate tissue repair and reduce inflammation Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections are promoted as a way to reduce pain and speed healing for a number of common problems that affect the tendons, muscles, and joints, ranging from arthritis to shoulder pain. The treatment harvests platelets (tiny blood components that promote clotting and healing) from your own blood. They are then injected back into the injured area along with blood plasma (the liquid part of your blood), with the idea that they will supercharge your body's natural healing process. "Platelets contain proteins called growth factors that are involved in the natural development of many tissues," says Dr. Jeffrey Katz, a professor of orthopedic surgery at Harvard Medical School. "These factors may help reduce the inflammation associated with osteoarthritis and tendinitis." Results are mixed but do what’s right for you. Can platelet-rich plasma injections heal your joints? (2022) By Kelly Bilodeau, Former Executive Editor, Harvard Women's Health Watch