WHanson12 Posted June 30, 2015 Share Posted June 30, 2015 Is anyone familiar with this injection procedure (PRP) which reduces inflammation associated with arthritis (& for other conditions/injuries) which in turn reduces the associated pain with arthritis? Has anyone's arthritic Grey experienced good results from this procedure & if so, how long did it last? My senior Girl, Molly, is almost 14 & has painful osteoarthritis in multiple joints on multiple legs. She has difficulties getting around now & all the meds (Gabapentin, Tramadol, Rimadyl, GlycanAid HA Factor, & more) she has been taking for some time now (years) doesn't seem to be relieving her discomfort as well as they used to. Her hinds legs are weak & don't always support her weight at times. I realize her days are numbered, but she is still eating fairly well (although pickier than usual!), is still spunky & playful at times, albeit short-lived. Her spirit is very much alive, but her body's ailments are holding her back unfortunately. Watching our Greys get old really sucks, especially when I feel so helpless. Molly's vet recommended this procedure which would involve one injection in each hip joint (under sedation of course), using her own blood to make a platelet concentrated plasma. The vet said the anti-inflammatory effects last 6-12 months. As with most vet procedures, it is not a cheap treatment, ranging from $700-$1,000 depending on the number of injections needed (1 or 2). I've attached a link from the manufacturer of the product used to prepare the blood sample, etc. (see Protec PRP system) http://www.pulsevet.com/protec-prp-system/about-protec-prp-system Anyone who is familiar with this procedure & can provide some feedback or recommendations about it, I would greytly appreciate it! Thanks so much!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedHead Posted June 30, 2015 Share Posted June 30, 2015 No experience at all, but this reminded me of a blog post from NeverSayNever Greyhounds, who use it. Here is the blog post http://neversaynevergreyhounds.blogspot.ca/2014/03/sevens-wrist-and-agility.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NevadasMom Posted June 30, 2015 Share Posted June 30, 2015 My mother actually had this done on her elbow several years ago with great results. Quote Carol-Glendale, AZ Trolley (Figsiza Trollyn) Nevada 1992-2008...always in my heart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted June 30, 2015 Share Posted June 30, 2015 I didn't know they were using this on animals - more familiar with it for professional athletes, but it does seem to have good results for them. I would be interested in knowing your experience if you decide to go ahead with it. Quote Chris - Mom to: Felicity (DeLand), and Andi (Braska Pandora) siggy by Chris Harper, on Flickr Angels: Libby (Everlast), Dorie (Dog Gone Holly), Dude (TNJ VooDoo), Copper (Kid's Copper), Cash (GSI Payncash), Toni (LPH Cry Baby), Whiskey (KT's Phys Ed), Atom, Lilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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