TREATMENT · REGENERATIVE MEDICINE

What is PRP?

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) uses concentrated healing factors from your own blood to support your body’s natural repair process. PRP is well-documented in research for treating osteoarthritis, tendon injuries, chronic joint pain, aesthetics, and soft tissue damage – especially for patients who want to avoid surgery or long-term steroid use.

WHY PATIENTS CHOOSE BURNS FAMILY WELLNESS

A Different Approach to PRP

More than an injection. A comprehensive evaluation and treatment.

Every PRP visit is designed to address the underlying problem—not simply deliver an injection. While your blood is being processed you don’t just wait in the room you’ll receive OMT (Osteopathic Manual Therapy). This integrated approach supports better outcomes by preparing your tissues and optimizing your body’s healing response.

Advanced technology with tailored treatment options.

We use the Angel System, one of the most advanced PRP processing systems available, allowing us to customize the concentration of platelets based on your condition.

Treating the Whole Problem.

We can treat more sites in a single session than most orthopedic or sports medicine clinics. Depending on the amount of blood collected and the PRP yield, we can treat:

  • 1-2 large joints (shoulders, knees) plus up to 4 small joints (fingers, toes)
  • 1 large joint and 1-2 medium joints (elbows, ankles, wrists)
  • Large soft tissue areas (scars, injury sites, facial rejuvenation)
  • Muscle injuries or trigger points with platelet-poor plasma

Time to do it right. 

Your appointment is 90 minutes, unlike typical, in-and-out clinics with a lot of wait time. This provides the unrushed space to get your questions answered, move through your procedure and receive recovery-accelerating bodywork.

A Calm, Healing Environment.

Our office is warm, welcoming, and intentionally designed to put you at ease. The treatment spaces are calm and thoughtfully arranged because we believe your surroundings influence how you experience care. By creating a relaxing environment, we aim to help your nervous system settle so your body is better prepared to heal.

IS PRP RIGHT FOR YOU?

Could PRP help you heal?

PRP works best for patients who:

  • Have a recent injury and want to prevent chronic changes
  • Have chronic joint pain that hasn’t fully responded to physical therapy, sauna, prolotherapy, osteopathy etc.
  • Want a natural alternative to surgery or repeated steroid injections
  • Are dealing with tendon injuries, arthritis, or soft tissue damage
  • Value a holistic, thorough approach to healing

Every Patient is Different

PRP produces the best outcomes for newer injuries in active individuals. If you have advanced arthritis or very old scarring, you may experience more swelling and discomfort initially, but will likely still see benefits. PRP won’t make arthritis or scars disappear completely, but it’s an effective wellness treatment to slow progression and improve quality of life.

YOUR VISIT

Your 90-Minute PRP Experience

  1. Intake and vitals (10 mins)
    Our phlebotomist will room you, take vitals, and review the process.
  2. Examination and consultation (15 mins)
    Dr. Burns will examine your injury sites, discuss expected outcomes, and answer questions.
  3. Blood draw (5 mins)
    Similar to donating blood – we’ll draw enough to create your platelet-rich plasma.
  4. Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (25 mins)
    By manipulating muscles, joints, and tissues, OMT eases pain, improves mobility, and supports the body’s self-healing mechanisms.
  5. PRP injection, post-care guidance and departure (15 mins)
    Dr. Burns will inject the concentrated platelets into your treatment sites. You will receive instructions for aftercare and be free to go.

BEFORE YOUR VISIT

How to Prepare for Your PRP Appointment

48 Hours Before

✓  Stop taking NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen, aspirin). These can interfere with platelet function.

✓  Hydrate well and eat nutritious meals.

Day of Your Visit

✓ Wear clothing that allows easy access to injection sites (e.g., loose-fitting shorts for knee injections).

✓ Bring water.

✓ Arrive 5-10 minutes early.

✓ Consider bringing a driver if you have advanced joint disease or prefer not to drive after the procedure.

Recovery

✓ Avoid NSAIDs for 2 months to allow full healing.

✓ Physical therapy is strongly recommended to maximize results.

✓ Bring your existing PT plan, or we can provide a referral.

MEET YOUR PHYSICIAN

Meet Dr. Burns

Dr. Burns is a doctor of osteopathic medicine with a background in biomedical research and functional medicine. She specializes in osteopathic manipulative therapy with a focus on fascia, movement, and the body’s natural healing capacity.

Dr. Burns believes in asking “why” and addressing root causes – not just symptoms.

Burns Family Wellness Care serves patients who value thorough, holistic care in a welcoming environment.

INVESTMENT

Transparent Pricing

All PRP treatments include PRP processing, injections at multiple sites (when appropriate), and comprehensive bodywork.

One Large Joint

$1,200

Two Large Joints

$1,400

ℹ️ Additional options are available for different combinations of joints and soft tissue treatment areas.

ℹ️ Payment is collected after your appointment. 5% for CC payments. Alternative is check.

Frequently Asked Questions

Many patients see improvement after one session, but some conditions benefit from 2-3 treatments spaced several weeks apart. Dr. Burns will discuss this during your consultation.

You’ll feel the needle during injection, similar to other joint injections. Some patients experience soreness for 1-2 days afterward as the healing process begins.

PRP is typically not covered by insurance and is considered an out-of-pocket expense. Additionally, as a direct primary care provider, we do not accept insurance.

Old scars may benefit from laser treatment first to improve PRP effectiveness. We can provide a dermatology referral if needed. This can be discussed on your scheduling call.

Please arrive on time. If you’re running late, we may not be able to complete your procedure if the delay is significant, as Dr. Burns may be with another patient.

PRP works by stimulating your body’s natural healing response, so improvement is typically gradual rather than immediate. Some patients begin noticing changes within a few weeks, while others continue to improve over several months as tissues heal. Your timeline depends on the condition being treated, the severity of the injury, and your body’s healing response.

Both PRP and prolotherapy are regenerative treatments designed to stimulate your body’s natural healing process, but they work in different ways.

Prolotherapy uses a carefully selected solution to create a controlled healing response, encouraging the body to strengthen and repair injured ligaments, tendons, and other connective tissues.

PRP (platelet-rich plasma) uses a concentrated portion of your own blood that contains platelets and growth factors to support tissue healing and regeneration.

Depending on your condition, Dr. Burns may recommend prolotherapy, PRP, or a combination of regenerative treatments. During your evaluation, she will discuss which approach is most appropriate for your specific injury, symptoms, and goals.

PRP is not the right treatment for every condition or every patient. The best candidates are determined through a comprehensive evaluation that considers your diagnosis, overall health, medical history, medications, and treatment goals.

During your consultation, Dr. Burns will determine whether PRP is likely to benefit your specific condition or whether another treatment option would be more appropriate. Her goal is to recommend the treatment that offers the greatest likelihood of meaningful improvement—not simply to perform a procedure.

READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP?

Let’s talk about whether PRP is right for you.

Schedule a consultation to discuss your goals, determine whether PRP is the right option for you, and create a personalized treatment plan.