Knee pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal issues, often arising from arthritis, ligament or tendon injuries, overuse, or age-related degeneration. Many patients turn to traditional treatments such as medications, corticosteroid injections, or surgery. While these approaches may provide temporary relief, they often fail to repair the underlying tissue damage or restore full joint function. Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections offer a modern, non-surgical alternative that not only alleviates pain but also promotes natural tissue repair and long-term joint health.

In Puyallup, WA, Nordquist Regenerative Medicine offers PRP therapy combined with umbilical cord tissue-derived biologics, providing patients with an advanced regenerative treatment designed to accelerate healing and support cellular energy. This combination enhances recovery from knee injuries, arthritis, and chronic musculoskeletal conditions, helping patients regain mobility and strength.

PRP therapy begins with a blood draw, typically from the patient’s arm. The blood is then processed in a centrifuge to concentrate platelets and growth factors, creating a solution rich in proteins that stimulate tissue repair, reduce inflammation, and encourage regeneration of cartilage, tendons, ligaments, and muscles. This solution is then injected directly into the knee, targeting damaged tissues to accelerate the body’s natural healing processes. By addressing the source of the pain rather than just alleviating symptoms, PRP therapy promotes more durable improvements in joint function.

How PRP Therapy Enhances Knee Function

PRP injections are particularly effective for patients experiencing knee pain from osteoarthritis. In this condition, cartilage gradually wears away, causing joint stiffness, inflammation, and discomfort. PRP therapy stimulates cartilage repair, reduces inflammation, and supports the regeneration of surrounding tissues, improving range of motion and joint stability. Over time, patients often notice significant improvements in mobility, allowing them to return to daily activities, exercise, or sports with reduced discomfort.

At Nordquist Regenerative Medicine, PRP therapy is enhanced with umbilical cord tissue-derived biologics, which provide mesenchymal stem cells capable of differentiating into cartilage, tendon, or ligament tissue. In addition, mitochondrial support from the umbilical cord tissue improves cellular energy production, which is essential for tissue repair and long-term joint health. This combination not only accelerates healing but also improves tissue quality, offering more sustainable results than PRP alone.

Recovery from Ligament and Tendon Injuries

Ligament and tendon injuries around the knee, including ACL and MCL tears, tendonitis, and repetitive strain injuries, can severely limit mobility and prolong recovery. PRP injections provide concentrated growth factors that stimulate collagen production and repair damaged tissues, restoring strength, flexibility, and stability.

The integration of umbilical cord tissue-derived stem cells further supports tissue regeneration, supplying additional cellular resources for damaged ligaments and tendons. Mitochondrial support ensures that cells have sufficient energy for effective tissue repair, which is particularly valuable for patients with chronic or recurrent injuries. Athletes and active individuals benefit from faster rehabilitation, allowing them to safely resume physical activity and reduce the risk of reinjury.

Supporting Muscle Healing

PRP therapy also aids in the recovery of muscles surrounding the knee. Muscle strains and injuries can lead to prolonged weakness, reduced range of motion, and chronic discomfort. By delivering concentrated growth factors directly to the injured muscle fibers, PRP accelerates repair, reduces inflammation, and promotes the regeneration of healthy tissue. When combined with umbilical cord tissue, the treatment provides additional stem cells and mitochondrial support, enhancing cellular energy and improving the quality and durability of the repaired tissue. This allows patients to regain strength and function more effectively and maintain long-term mobility.

Managing Arthritis and Degenerative Knee Conditions

Osteoarthritis and other degenerative knee conditions can lead to chronic pain, stiffness, and limited functionality. PRP therapy provides a non-surgical option that not only reduces inflammation but also promotes cartilage repair. When combined with umbilical cord tissue-derived biologics, PRP can further stimulate stem cell-mediated tissue regeneration and mitochondrial activity, which supports long-term joint health and functionality.

Patients often experience meaningful improvements in daily life, including reduced pain during movement, increased flexibility, and enhanced stability. By addressing tissue damage at the cellular level, PRP therapy offers an alternative to repeated injections of corticosteroids or surgical interventions such as knee replacement, while providing a natural, regenerative approach to knee health.

Expected Results and Timeline

Most patients notice improvements in pain and mobility within a few weeks of PRP therapy, with full benefits developing over several months as tissues continue to regenerate. The number of sessions varies depending on the severity of the condition, with most patients requiring one to three treatments for optimal outcomes. Chronic or degenerative conditions may require follow-up sessions to maintain long-term benefits.

PRP therapy is considered safe because it uses the patient’s own blood, and the inclusion of umbilical cord tissue involves biologics that are carefully processed to ensure safety. Minor swelling, soreness, or temporary inflammation at the injection site may occur, but these effects are typically short-lived. Patients benefit from a therapy that not only alleviates pain but also promotes structural healing of the knee tissues.

Long-Term Benefits of PRP Therapy

PRP therapy supports long-term improvements in joint function and mobility. Patients often report sustained relief from pain, better range of motion, and increased ability to engage in physical activity. The combined use of PRP and umbilical cord tissue at Nordquist ensures that the regenerative process is enhanced with additional stem cells and mitochondrial support, which improves tissue quality and cellular energy for long-lasting results.

By promoting natural healing and tissue repair, PRP therapy can delay the need for invasive procedures, reduce reliance on medications, and enhance the patient’s quality of life. Patients with chronic conditions, degenerative joint disease, or recurrent injuries may experience significant improvements that extend well beyond the treatment period.

Conclusion

PRP injections provide a highly effective, non-surgical solution for knee pain, arthritis, ligament and tendon injuries, and muscle recovery. At Nordquist Regenerative Medicine in Puyallup, WA, PRP therapy is enhanced with umbilical cord tissue-derived biologics, which offer stem cell support and mitochondrial rejuvenation to optimize tissue repair and long-term joint health. Patients can achieve faster recovery, reduced pain, improved mobility, and sustainable tissue regeneration, making PRP therapy a safe and reliable alternative to surgery or long-term medication for knee conditions.