Regenerative medicine encompasses a variety of techniques and approaches aimed at stimulating the body’s natural healing processes and promoting tissue repair and regeneration. At Arktos we focus on three separate regenerative therapies—Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), Prolotherapy, and Medical Aesthetics:

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP):

• • PRP therapy involves extracting a small amount of a patient’s own blood and processing it to isolate a concentrated solution of platelets and growth factors.
  • Platelets play a crucial role in tissue repair by releasing growth factors that stimulate cell proliferation, collagen production, and tissue regeneration.
  • PRP is commonly used in orthopedics to treat musculoskeletal injuries, such as tendonitis, ligament injuries, and osteoarthritis. It can be injected directly into the injured area to promote healing.
  • In dermatology and medical aesthetics, PRP is utilized for procedures like the “vampire facial” or “vampire facelift.” It is injected into the face to stimulate collagen production, reduce fine lines, and improve skin texture.

Prolotherapy (Proliferative Therapy):

• • Prolotherapy is a regenerative treatment that involves injecting a solution (often containing dextrose or other irritants) into damaged or weakened ligaments, tendons, or joints.
  • The goal of prolotherapy is to induce a controlled inflammatory response, which, in turn, triggers the body’s natural healing mechanisms.
  • Over time, this process can lead to the strengthening and regeneration of damaged connective tissues.
  • Prolotherapy is commonly used to address chronic musculoskeletal pain and joint instability, especially in conditions like chronic low back pain, osteoarthritis, or sports injuries.

Medical Aesthetics:

• • Medical aesthetics encompass various regenerative and cosmetic procedures aimed at enhancing a person’s appearance and addressing skin-related concerns.
  • Techniques in this field include dermal fillers, botulinum toxin (Botox, Xeomin) injections, chemical peels, and radio-frequency treatments.
  • Some of these procedures promote collagen production and skin rejuvenation. For instance, dermal fillers can add volume to sagging or wrinkled skin, while botulinum toxins temporarily relaxes facial muscles to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
  • Radio-frequency and chemical peel treatments can stimulate collagen remodeling and improve skin texture and tone.

While PRP, prolotherapy, and medical aesthetics are distinct regenerative approaches, they share the common goal of enhancing the body’s natural regenerative capabilities to improve function or appearance. These therapies have gained popularity in recent years due to their minimally invasive nature and potential for reducing pain, promoting healing, and enhancing aesthetics with fewer risks and complications compared to traditional surgical interventions. However, the effectiveness of these treatments may vary from person to person.  We encourage you schedule your free consultation to discuss which technique is right for you.