Pre & Post Instructions for PRP Treatment in Beaverton, OR
Pre Treatment
- Avoid corticosteroid medications for 2 to 3 weeks prior to the procedure
- Stop taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as aspirin or ibuprofen, or arthritis medications such as Celebrex, a week prior to the procedure
- Do not take anticoagulation medication for 5 days before the procedure
- Drink plenty of fluids the day before the procedure
Post Treatment
- Does not take anti-inflammatory pain medication; Tylenol may be taken for pain
- Use a cold compress a few times a day for 10 to 20 minutes at a time to help decrease post-injection pain and swelling