Platelet-rich plasma is prepared from a small sample of your own blood. The sample is processed through our dual-centrifuge protocol, producing a platelet concentration 5–7× above baseline, then precisely injected into the affected joint under real-time ultrasound guidance.
Platelets carry growth factors such as PDGF, TGF-β, VEGF and IGF-1 that take part in the body's normal tissue-repair signaling. Whether, and how much, concentrated platelets improve joint symptoms is still being studied. Published results are mixed and vary by joint and condition.
PRP is an option to discuss, not a guaranteed result. For patients weighing alternatives to cortisone injections, viscosupplementation or surgery, PRP is one option your clinician may discuss after reviewing your history and imaging. It does not replace care from an orthopedic specialist.
◆ Protocol Standard
Dual-Centrifuge PRP · 5–7× Platelet Concentration · Ultrasound-Guided Delivery
◆ Areas We Assess
Knee · Shoulder · Hip · Elbow · Ankle · Foot · Wrist · Hand
◆ Investment
Single Session: $800–$1,200
Series of 3: $2,500–$3,500
◆ Payment
Cash Pay · HSA/FSA Accepted · Financing Available
The Evidence
PRP has been studied in orthopedic settings for more than a decade, with mixed results across trials. It is not FDA-approved to treat any joint condition, and many insurers consider it investigational. At Arbour Longevity we use dual-centrifuge processing and ultrasound guidance so each injection is prepared and placed consistently, and we discuss the current evidence openly at consultation.
Dual-centrifuge processing produces a platelet concentration about 5–7× baseline.
Published studies of PRP for knee symptoms report a range of outcomes. Some show benefit over placebo or hyaluronic acid; others do not. We will discuss what this means for your situation.
Every Arbour Longevity PRP injection is performed under real-time ultrasound guidance, ensuring precise intra-articular placement, not approximation.
How long any improvement lasts differs from person to person. Some patients report benefit for several months; others notice little change.
The Arbour Longevity PRP Protocol
Joints We Assess
Most Common Request
The knee is the joint patients most often ask about. Candidacy is decided after a clinical evaluation and review of any imaging.
Upper Body
Shoulder discomfort involving the rotator cuff, labrum or surrounding tendons is evaluated case by case before PRP is considered.
Weight-Bearing Joint
Hip discomfort is assessed with a functional exam and imaging review to determine whether PRP is an appropriate option.
Tendon Discomfort
Discomfort on the outer or inner elbow, often related to tendon overuse, can be discussed at consultation.
Extremity Joints
Ankle, foot, wrist and hand discomfort are evaluated individually. Not every joint or condition is appropriate for PRP.
Premium Add-On
Hyaluronic acid injection for the knee is a separate option that may be discussed alongside or instead of PRP where appropriate.
Patient Candidacy
PRP is not appropriate for everyone. Our candidacy assessment helps ensure any recommendation is clinically appropriate. Here is what our clinician evaluates before recommending treatment.
Not sure if you qualify? Our candidacy assessment takes 3 minutes and gives you a personalized recommendation before you book a consultation.
Investment & Pricing
All PRP services at Arbour Longevity are cash-pay. HSA and FSA funds are accepted. Financing is available through our patient financing partner for qualified applicants.
Single Session
Per Joint · Per Session
Most Recommended
Complete Series · Most Recommended
Financing Available: Monthly payment plans available through our patient financing partner. Most patients qualify. Ask about financing during your consultation. | HSA / FSA: Accepted for all PRP services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most PRP clinics use a single-spin centrifuge, producing about 2–3× platelet concentration. Arbour Longevity's dual-centrifuge protocol produces about 5–7× baseline concentration. Whether a higher platelet concentration improves outcomes is still being studied.
Studies show that palpation-guided joint injections can miss the intra-articular space in a meaningful share of cases, depending on the joint. Every Arbour Longevity injection is performed under real-time ultrasound visualization so the PRP is placed where intended.
Many published protocols use a series of 3 injections spaced 4–6 weeks apart. Your clinician will recommend a single injection or a series based on your evaluation. Response varies, and some patients notice little change.
PRP is not covered by most insurance plans, as many carriers classify it as investigational. Arbour Longevity operates as a cash-pay practice for PRP services. We accept HSA and FSA funds, and patient financing is available for qualified applicants.
Cortisone is an anti-inflammatory that typically provides short-term symptom relief. PRP uses your own concentrated platelets and works through a different mechanism; any improvement tends to develop gradually over several weeks. Neither is right for everyone, and your clinician will discuss which options fit your situation.
Most patients experience mild soreness and swelling at the injection site for 24–72 hours; this is a normal, expected reaction to the injection. Activity modification is recommended for 48–72 hours. Most patients return to normal activities within a few days, with gradual return to sport or strenuous activity guided by symptom response over 2–4 weeks.
PRP Therapy · Ann Arbor
Schedule a consultation at Arbour Longevity: we'll review your imaging, assess your candidacy, and talk through the evidence, risks and alternatives for your specific situation.
Clinician-led · Accepting new patients
IV Bioavailability
Starting Price
Toradol, Zofran, Benadryl
250 · 500 · 1000mg
Luxury Infusion Suite
IV vitamin therapy has a ceiling. The ceiling is defined by what can be administered without a clinician, and it stops well short of what Arbour Longevity can offer. The difference is clinical depth, and it is the difference between a wellness service and a medical protocol that produces measurable outcomes.
Arbour Longevity can prescribe and administer Toradol, Zofran, and Benadryl intravenously. These are prescription medications that require a licensed clinician to administer, and what make our Pain & Migraine and Hangover Recovery Signature Drips produce results that vitamins alone never achieve.
Arbour Longevity IV protocols are integrated with our longevity medicine programs. NAD+ IV is part of your peptide therapy protocol. Our Metabolic Reset supports your weight loss program. The Myers' Cocktail complements your functional medicine micronutrient repletion. This is not a menu of isolated drips, it is a clinical system.
What Sets Arbour Longevity Apart
Rx medications available · Integrated with all longevity programs · Private infusion suite
Pricing vs. Local Market
Arbour Longevity pricing starts at $175, positioned to reflect clinician-grade quality, pharmaceutical-grade compounds, Rx medication access, and full longevity medicine integration.
Rx Advantage
Toradol (Ketorolac) +$50 · Zofran (Ondansetron) +$50 · Benadryl (Diphenhydramine) +$35, clinician-administered add-ons
Memberships
Silver $199/mo · Gold $399/mo · VIP $799/mo — member pricing on IV therapy, lab monitoring and clinician access
Most IV wellness providers are limited to vitamins and minerals. Arbour Longevity can prescribe and administer prescription medications intravenously. That difference is clinical, not cosmetic.
Toradol delivered intravenously produces rapid anti-inflammatory pain relief within minutes. Zofran IV resolves nausea faster than any oral antiemetic. Benadryl IV supports migraine adjunct therapy. These are the prescription-grade compounds that make our Signature Drips produce outcomes that vitamin infusions alone cannot achieve.
Rx
Toradol (Ketorolac)
Prescription NSAID. IV administration: rapid anti-inflammatory and pain relief within minutes. Pain & Migraine Signature Drip.
+$50 per session
Rx
Zofran (Ondansetron)
Prescription anti-nausea. IV Zofran resolves nausea within minutes, dramatically faster than oral alternatives. Hangover Recovery Signature Drip.
+$50 per session
Rx
Benadryl (Diphenhydramine)
Clinician-administered antihistamine for migraine adjunct therapy and acute nausea. Available when clinically indicated at appointment.
+$35 per session
IV Therapy · Ann Arbor
Book your Arbour Longevity IV session. Same-day available for Signature Drips. Memberships open. lock in your monthly protocol and save significantly on every session. Pricing from $175.
Clinician-led · Private infusion suite · Ann Arbor, MI
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