Pain Management: Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections
What Is Plasma And What Are Platelets? Plasma is the liquid portion of whole blood. It is composed largely of water and proteins, and it provides a medium for red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to circulate through the body. Platelets, also called thrombocytes, are blood cells that cause blood clots and other necessary growth-healing functions. Platelet activation plays a key role in the body's natural healing process.