Reverse Hair Loss Without Surgery With Innovative PRP Therapy

Many men and women are concerned about thinning hair or loss of hair on specific areas of their scalp, and male pattern baldness can occur even in younger men. Historically, doctors have been able to stall or reverse hair loss by prescribing medicine or performing a hair transplant procedure. Yet, many of these options often come with negative side effects. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is a treatment that has gained popularity for hair loss due to its minimal invasiveness, absence of major side effects, and more affordable cost compared with hair restoration surgery. With more and more people reporting stress-related hair loss caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, PRP therapy has become an even more popular solution to reverse hair loss.

The Connection Between Platelet-Rich Plasma And Hair Growth

Platelet-rich plasma, or PRP, is derived from the bloodstream and has been used for years as a successful treatment method in orthopedics, plastic surgery, and sports medicine. Platelets are one of four primary components of blood (the other three are red blood cells, white blood cells, and plasma) that promote cell growth and regeneration. When it comes to hair loss, according to one Harvard Medical School theory, platelets injected deep into the scalp to reach the bottom of the hair follicle may stimulate a specialized population of cells named dermal papilla cells, which play a critical role in hair growth.

How Does PRP Therapy Work For Hair Loss?

PRP contains high concentrations of over 20 growth factors that are actively secreted from the α-granules of platelets.The platelet-rich plasma that is injected into your scalp works to heal affected areas and stimulate reparative cells through the use of growth factors. Growth factors promote the formation of substances like collagen, which is also used in anti-aging serums. This, in turn, will likely help to reverse your hair loss and regrow your hair. Studies show that PRP results have been very promising, and the treatment may offer an effective method to promote hair regrowth and thickening for a majority of patients.

The Process

The procedure consists of drawing your own blood, usually from your arm, spinning it down into three layers in a centrifuge, and injecting only the best plasma rich in platelets into your scalp through micro needling. If you get routine blood tests done by your doctor, PRP treatment won’t be too different from what you are already used to.

Who Should Use PRP Treatment?

PRP treatment has proven to be effective for both female and male patients. Additionally, the following two groups have been observed as the ones getting the best results from the treatment:

Those suffering from androgenic alopecia, a condition also known as male/female pattern baldness.
Those suffering from more recent hair loss. This is because the longer your condition persists, the less effective the treatment will be, though it may still produce some beneficial results.

What Result Can Be Expected?

For best results, consistency is key. Most people will require treatments performed once a month for the first three to four months, and then every three to six months thereafter, depending on the patient’s response and results. By following this regime, results can first be seen within two to three months. The first result that patients usually note is a decrease in hair shedding, followed by early hair regrowth and increased length of hair. Results can be slow, but noticeable. So think of it as a long term investment rather than short term.

FAQS

Q. Can I Perform The PRP Therapy Injections On My Own?

A. No. PRP injections are considered safe only when performed by a trained medical provider such as Precision Clinic.

Q. I Am A Woman Experiencing Hair Loss, Should I Get PRP Therapy?

A. PRP Injections therapy is highly effective for both women and men.

Q. Who Should Not Get PRP Therapy?

A. PRP hair treatment should be avoided to those experiencing: thrombocytopenia (low platelet count), acute and chronic infections, chronic liver disease and those on blood thinners medications.

Q. Does PRP Therapy Involve Surgery?

A. The therapy is non-surgical, involving only injection to the scalp with micro needling.

Q. Will I Experience Pain After A PRP Hair Treatment Therapy?

A. Following the treatment, most people will experience heat, redness and mild to moderate swelling in the treated area for a day or two.

Q. Can I Wash My Hair After A PRP Injection?

A. Going a day (or two) without your typical hair maintenance (coloring, processing, blow-drying, etc.) is recommended.

Q. When Can I Start Seeing The Result Of My PRP Therapy For Hair Loss?

A. Most people can see results within two to three months after treatment.

Q. Where Can I Get PRP Injection Therapy For Hair Loss Near Me?

A. PRP Therapy can be done conveniently at Precision Clinic’s Calgary location.