Platelet-Rich Plasma

Healing from the Inside Out

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy is an advanced, drug-free therapy for joint pain and inflammation for cats and dogs.

What is PRP Therapy

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) is a regenerative treatment that harnesses the body’s natural healing factors to reduce inflammation and support tissue repair. At Valley Animal Hospital, we use a freeze-dried form of PRP, allowing your pet to receive all the healing benefits—without a blood draw or additional stress.
When injected into an affected joint or area, PRP releases growth factors and cytokines that:

• Reduce inflammation
• Decrease pain signaling
• Support tissue repair and regeneration
• Encourage better mobility and comfort

The procedure is performed under heavy sedation and is an outpatient treatment with your pet going home the same day.

Conditions PRP Can Help

• Osteoarthritis
• Hip or Elbow Dysplasia
• Meniscal Injury
• Cranial Cruciate Ligament (CCL) Tears
• Post-surgical or chronic soft-tissue pain

  PRP can be used alone or alongside other therapies like supplements, weight management, or rehabilitation.

What to Expect

• Consultation: Your veterinarian reviews your pet’s history, exam, and diagnostics to determine if PRP is appropriate. Baseline radiographs will help evaluate the affected joint(s).
• Treatment Day: PRP is reconstituted from its freeze-dried form and injected under heavy sedation.
• Recovery: Pets rest for 48–72 hours, then gradually return to normal activity over 1–2 weeks.
• Improvement: Most pets show improvement within 2–4 weeks, with continued progress over the next 1–2 months. Many pets maintain these benefits for several months or longer depending on their condition and care plan.

Why Choose PRP at Valley Animal Hospital?

• No need for a blood draw
• Minimally invasive procedure
• Drug-free pain management
• Supports natural healing
• Safe, effective, and convenient
• Performed by experienced veterinary professionals

Is My Pet a Candidate?

PRP is ideal for pets with chronic joint pain, stiffness, or early ligament injury. It’s often recommended for pets not responding fully to medications or for those who cannot tolerate long-term NSAIDs.
Ready to explore whether PRP could help your pet move and feel better?

Call to Schedule a Consultation

Ready to book or want to learn more? Please give us a call at (330) 836-1971, and our team will be happy to help.