How long does a Nerve Block take?

The treatment takes approximately 30 minutes.

To help you relax, you can get a sedative administered through an IV.

Is there any preparation needed?

Be sure to disclose any medications you are taking. A topical anesthetic is often applied to the area, the area is cleaned, and the care team will help you feel comfortable prior to the injection.

How is a Peripheral Nerve Block performed?

You will lie face down on an x-ray table so the pain specialist can access the injection area and use ultrasound or x-ray images to ensure proper placement of the injection.

What type of Nerve Block will I have?

There are both single-shot injections and continuous catheters, which can provide up to 24 hours of pain control after surgery. Continuous catheters are usually left in place for two to four days.

Treatments

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy in Marlton, NJ

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is a minimally invasive treatment that uses a concentrated portion of your own blood to support the body’s natural healing response. PRP contains platelets and growth factors that may help promote tissue healing and reduce pain associated with certain musculoskeletal conditions.

Dr. Sonal Patel offers PRP therapy for appropriately selected patients experiencing joint, tendon, ligament, and other musculoskeletal pain.

What Is PRP Therapy?

PRP therapy begins with a small sample of your own blood. The blood is processed to concentrate the platelets and other components that play a role in the body’s natural healing processes.

The resulting platelet-rich plasma is then injected into the targeted area. Depending on the condition being treated, image guidance may be used to help precisely target the area of concern.

Because PRP is prepared from your own blood, it is considered an autologous treatment.

What Conditions Can PRP Treat?

PRP may be considered for certain chronic or persistent musculoskeletal conditions, including:

Knee pain and osteoarthritis
Tendon injuries and tendinopathy
Tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow
Shoulder pain
Hip pain
Achilles tendon conditions
Plantar fasciitis
Certain ligament injuries
Other selected joint and musculoskeletal conditions

PRP is not appropriate for every condition or every patient. Dr. Patel will evaluate your symptoms, medical history, physical examination, and any relevant imaging to determine whether PRP may be an appropriate treatment option.

How Does PRP Work?

Platelets are naturally involved in the body’s healing process. They contain growth factors and other proteins that participate in tissue repair and inflammation.

By concentrating these platelets and delivering them to a targeted area, PRP is intended to support the body’s natural healing response.

Results vary from patient to patient and depend on factors such as the condition being treated, the severity of the injury or degeneration, and the individual’s overall health.

What Can I Expect During PRP Treatment?

During your PRP appointment, Dr. Patel will first review your condition and confirm that PRP is an appropriate treatment option.

A small amount of blood will be drawn and processed to prepare the platelet-rich plasma. The PRP is then injected into the targeted area.

The procedure is minimally invasive and is generally performed in the office. Dr. Patel will provide individualized instructions regarding medications, activity, and recovery following the procedure.

Is PRP Right for You?

PRP may be an option for patients who continue to experience pain despite conservative treatments or who are looking for a minimally invasive treatment approach.

During your consultation, Dr. Patel will discuss your diagnosis and treatment goals and explain the potential benefits, limitations, risks, and alternatives to PRP therapy.

PRP may be used alone or as part of a comprehensive treatment plan that can include physical therapy, medications, lifestyle modifications, or other interventional pain-management treatments.

PRP Therapy in Marlton, NJ

If you are experiencing persistent joint, tendon, or musculoskeletal pain, PRP may be worth discussing with a pain-management specialist.

Dr. Sonal Patel provides individualized pain-management care at Ram Wellness Group in Marlton, NJ. Contact our office to schedule a consultation and learn whether PRP therapy may be appropriate for your condition.