Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy is a medical treatment used to promote hair growth in people experiencing hair thinning or androgenetic alopecia (pattern hair loss). It involves injecting a concentration of the patient’s own platelets into the scalp to stimulate hair follicles.
How PRP Works
Blood Draw: A small amount of your blood is taken.
Centrifugation: The blood is spun in a centrifuge to separate the plasma, which is rich in platelets.
Injection: The PRP is injected into the scalp, especially in areas with thinning hair.
Platelets contain growth factors that:
Stimulate hair follicle activity
Increase blood supply to hair roots
Extend the growth (anagen) phase of the hair cycle
Treatment Plan
Initial Phase: 1 session every 3–4 weeks for 3–4 months
Maintenance: 1 session every 4–6 months
You may start seeing visible results after 3–6 months, but results vary based on individual factors like age, genetics, and the extent of hair loss.
Benefits
Non-surgical and relatively safe
Uses your own blood, so minimal risk of allergic reaction
Can be combined with other treatments (e.g., minoxidil, finasteride)
