What is VSEL PRP Therapy? Uses, Benefits, Advantages, and Risk Factors

Platelet-rich plasma therapy, also known as PRP therapy, is fast becoming the new way forward when it comes to healing injuries and advancing overall health. PRP, the plasma portion of your blood, contains proteins that help with blood clotting as well as proteins that promote cellular growth.

So, what does all this jargon mean exactly when it comes to your well-being? Essentially, platelet-rich plasma therapy involves the injection of this substance into the body where it can help heal injuries, stimulate tissue growth, and create healthy and new cells. This is great news for individuals who want to treat recurring and persistent injuries and more. So, let’s dive into this topic a little further. What should you know about PRP therapy? And what exactly is VSEL PRP therapy?

What Are VSELs?

VSELs, Very Small Embryonic-Like stem cells, are the cutting-edge of platelet-rich plasma therapy. These cells are unique in that they can eventually become any cell in your entire body. In many ways, this makes their use limitless. 

Combining VSELs with PRP gives way to optimal results and rejuvenation of tissue. Research even indicates the potential of this type of therapy in helping decelerate aging and aiding in organ rejuvenation. In turn, this could mean big things for science and medicine in the very near future.

What Are the Applications for PRP and VSEL Injections?

Platelet-rich plasma therapy and VSEL injections have an abundant amount of potential. However, due to safety and limited research, these injections are restricted to only a few applications, including:

• Hair Loss – Studies show the effectiveness of platelet-rich plasma therapy in combating male pattern baldness.
• Osteoarthritis – This type of arthritis happens from natural wear and tear of the joints. A 2015 study found PRP injections to be more effective than hyaluronic acid injections for reducing osteoarthritis symptoms and improving quality of life.
• Post-Surgery Recovery and Healing – PRP therapy is sometimes used to help rejuvenate tendons or ligaments after surgery. 
• Acute Injuries – PRP and VSEL injections have the capability to help heal various musculoskeletal injuries, such as tendonitis or other injuries that tend to linger for long durations. Research even demonstrates the effectiveness of PRP therapy in treating tendinopathy.
• Anti-Aging – For those willing to pay top-dollar, PRP and VSEL injections may help fight aging, helping you look young at any age.
• Diabetes – VSEL injections have been used to help combat damage caused by diabetes, even helping repair the pancreatic cells that produce insulin.

As research continues to uncover safe applications for PRP and VSEL injections, there are sure to be many more approved and effective uses for these therapies in the future. There is even talk about using VSEL injections to help treat autoimmune disorders and other conditions.

The Difference Between PRP and Stem Cell Therapy

Platelet-rich plasma therapy and stem cell therapy are two different things. On one hand, PRP therapy helps rejuvenate damaged tissue and has anti-inflammatory effects. On the other hand, stem cell therapy involves the division of the cells to create new growth. 

Stem cell therapy is frequently used to treat more serious medical conditions, such as:

• Heart disease
• Spinal cord and brain injuries
• Transplantation of bone marrow
• Parkinson’s Disease
• Alzheimer’s Disease
• ALS
• Strokes
• Diabetes
• Multiple Sclerosis

When deciding which one is right for you (or using a combination of the two), discuss your options with your medical team or doctor. They know you and your medical history best and can help you make the right decision for your treatment.

Who Should Consider PRP and VSEL Therapy?

For the most part, almost anybody experiencing nagging injuries, baldness, or osteoarthritis is a good candidate for PRP and VSEL therapy. 

At the same time, PRP and VSEL therapy is not recommended for individuals with blood or bleeding disorders and individuals with infections or certain skin conditions. 

The Risk Factors of VSEL Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy

Platelet-rich plasma therapy is relatively a low-risk procedure. However, it does involve a medical professional drawing your blood, which means you should be adequately hydrated prior to your appointment. The injection site for both PRP and VSEL therapy also may result in bruising and soreness.

In some cases, rare side effects can occur, such as tissue damage, bleeding, nerve injury, or infection. In many cases, individuals don’t have any side effects.

The Outlook for the Future of Medicine

PRP and VSEL therapy offer a bright future for medicine and individualized treatments. Research further indicates that with more standardized processes for VSEL and platelet-rich plasma therapy, it can be applied to a broad range of medical issues. 

At Innovative Medicine, our team is thrilled to be on the front lines when it comes to innovation and medical advances, particularly in their use for individualized treatments. The Innovative Medicine team believes that there is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to treating illness. Rather, treatment is about the person as a whole. We are proud to offer platelet-rich plasma therapy to our patients, helping them achieve a full recovery and guiding them toward a happier and healthier life.