FAQ
THe ED-shot

Platelet Rich Plasma which is drawn in the form of whole blood from the patient's arm, centrifuged (which separates the plasma from the red cells), and injected back into the patient's body, whether that be a joint/tendon, or soft tissue.It is used to accelerate musculoskeletal injury healing, promote new and improved blood flow, stimulate stem cell and collagen production, and release growth factors which improve function, tissue health, blood flow and sensitivity at and around the injection site.

Women should shave or wax the genital region including labia one day prior to the procedure. Both men and women should avoid aspirin, Advil, Motrin, Aleve, ibuprofen, (NSAIDs) and steroids (prednisone) for 5 days prior to the procedure.These products can inhibit the stem cell's natural inflammatory response (which we want).Tylenol is okay. Stop smoking (impedes stem cell activity, reduces volume of PRP). Limit alcohol for a couple days before and after the procedure.

There is no down time! You may experience scant blood at the injection site but there are no restrictions on intimacy or activity or showering. We ask that you not sit in a bathtub for 24 hours.

This procedure uses your blood, spun down, and given back to you in a more concentrated form (we are after the platelets which control all of the stem cells and growth factors!) There are really no side effects and it has a very low risk profile. Some patients will report very mild soreness at the injection site for a day or two (we use numbing cream on your skin for 30 mins prior to the procedure so that actual injecting is not painful).

Immediately. You may have a scant amount of blood at the injection site afterwards. Men receiving penile rejuvenation will also use a penis pump in the office with instructions for home use (using it immediately after procedure can increase bleeding for a short time from the injection points; resolves quickly).