It’s hard to ignore the ever-growing popularity of collagen. You can easily find collagen supplements, collagen peptide protein powders, and a seemingly endless option of creams and serums that contain collagen at your local health food stores, grocery stores, and beauty counters. But why is collagen so important? Collagen is...
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is a type of regenerative therapy with both cosmetic and medical uses. Here at PRP in Philadelphia, Dr. Stuart Kauffman and our team use PRP therapy to help manage arthritis pain, treat sexual dysfunction, and promote healing after surgery. We also use PRP therapy to help treat sports injuries. Let’s take a look at...
You don’t need to wait until the New Year to get started with your weight loss goals, and you don’t need to embark on that journey alone either. If you’re struggling to lose weight, Dr. Stuart Kauffman and our team at PRP in Philadelphia offer intravenous (IV) infusion therapy to...
Sexual dysfunction is all too common in females, affecting up to 40% of women. Sexual dysfunction includes the inability to have an orgasm, pain during sex, low libido, and difficulty becoming aroused. The good news is that there are many treatments available to help restore your sex drive, including hormone replacement therapy and...
Thinning hair is a common complaint, and while there are many options to treat hair loss 一 topical creams, medicated shampoos, oral medications, and surgical hair transplants 一 it can be hard to determine which treatment is right for you. To compound matters, some treatments cease working as soon as...
Low sex drive is a common complaint, and unfortunately, there are many factors at play. Stress at work, relationship issues, underlying health conditions, and even medications are just some of the potential causes of decreased libido. Here at PRP in Philadelphia, we know that hormone imbalance is another common cause...
Erectile dysfunction is a frustrating, embarrassing, and all-too-common problem for men. While there are many contributing factors, including mental stress, medication side effects, and hormone imbalance, one of the main causes of erectile dysfunction is reduced blood flow to your penis. The good news is that if you’re one of the 30 million...
If you’re scheduled for PRP therapy or stem cell injection, Dr. Stuart Kauffman and our team at PRP in Philadelphia may have also ordered fluoroscopic guidance. Fluoroscopic guidance is an advanced imaging technique that projects real-time X-ray images on a fluorescent screen. The result is a movie-like X-ray that allows Dr. Kauffman to view injections as they happen...
There’s no doubt that COVID has reshaped the American workforce. Although the pandemic forced many into working remotely, nearly 59% of Americans continue to work from home even two years in. Working from home reduces commute time and transportation costs and promotes social distancing for health purposes, but it’s led to an...
Your tendons are dense, cord-like fibers that attach muscle to bone. Tendons make movement possible, and there are thousands of tendons in your body 一 the largest of which is your Achilles tendon. Tendons also absorb some of the impact when you walk or run, but they aren’t stretchy, which...
Hair loss, whether it’s thinning hair, a widening part, or a receding hairline, can take a toll on your self-esteem. That’s why Dr. Stuart Kauffman, at PRP in Philadelphia, offers hair restoration treatments to restore hair growth and help you feel confident again. But not all hair loss is equal. Below, we share five...
Wish your skin was a little more vibrant? Should you try a new facial serum or treat yourself to a non-surgical treatment? Here at PRP in Philadelphia, Dr. Stuart Kauffman offers non-surgical cosmetic treatments to transform dull skin into vibrant skin. Here’s what you need to know. Exploring non-surgical treatments...
Dry facial skin can feel tight or itchy, and it even magnifies the signs of aging. But does dry skin really cause wrinkles? In this blog, Dr. Stuart Kauffman debunks this beauty myth, discusses the connection between dry skin and wrinkles, and explores services, including PRP facials, he offers his...
IV therapy 一 sometimes called infusion therapy 一 has gained popularity in recent years thanks to its ability to reduce unpleasant hangover symptoms. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg, because IV therapy can do so much more. IV therapy supports your wellness goals by boosting your body with...
Collagen-induction therapy is one of the most popular cosmetic treatments, but most people know it by another name: microneedling. Microneedling earned its name thanks to the tiny needles used to induce collagen production. Microneedling provides many benefits, including improved skin tone, reduced appearance of scars and wrinkles, smaller pores, and...
Regenerative medicine, which includes platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy and stem cell therapy, has gained popularity thanks to celebrity athletes sharing their successes. For example, golfer Jack Nicklaus credits regenerative medicine with easing his back pain. But which type of therapy is right for you? At PRP in Philadelphia, Dr. Stuart...
You might not think twice about your hormones when they’re balanced and working in harmony, but when your endocrine system (and the hormones it creates) is imbalanced, it’s hard not to notice. Hormone imbalances affect both men and women, and they can wreak havoc on your physical and mental wellness....
Your body relies on you to consume the vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients it needs, but what if you’re already eating a balanced diet? Sometimes your body just needs an extra boost of nutritional support, and intravenous (IV) infusions can deliver the nutrition you need. At PRP in Philadelphia, Dr....
Hormone therapy has long been prescribed to treat symptoms of menopause and help women reclaim their younger self. Treatments are often minimally invasive and may help women experience fewer symptoms of menopause. At PRP in Philadelphia, Dr. Stuart Kauffman offers hormone replacement therapy. He understands that when you have a...
It’s no secret your sex life can change as you age. From pregnancy to menopause to low libido, your sex drive fluctuates. New research into platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections shows there is hope to increase vaginal wall sexual function and orgasms. At PRP in Philadelphia, Dr. Stuart Kauffman offers his...
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is well-known for its role in treating sports injuries, but the benefits of PRP aren’t limited to athletes. PRP has a number of different uses, including cosmetic ones. Here at PRP in Philadelphia, Dr. Stuart Kauffman and our team are proud to offer different non-surgical cosmetic...
Platelet-rich plasma therapy, also known as PRP therapy, has been around for years. This is a method that uses your own blood plasma (which is concentrated in a centrifuge) to treat areas of the body through injections. While it has often been used to treat sports injuries, the process has...
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, more than 1.8 million cosmetic surgical procedures were performed in 2018. However, instead of using a surgical solution to get rid of wrinkles, creases, and scars, it might be worth trying a procedure that’s minimally invasive, uses your own blood, and actually...
Sprains and strains of the muscles and tendons are among the most common sports injuries. Each year, 3.5 million children and teens alone deal with injuries from sports, including tendonitis. However, tendonitis can affect anyone. Even without sports injuries, routine stress on the body can lead to chronic tendonitis. To...
Getting injured is common. In fact, more than 3.5 million children and teens in organized sports get injured every year. In 2017, the top four activities that lead to injuries in adults and children were personal exercise (526,000), basketball (500,000), bicycling (457,000), and football (341,000). However, even if you’re not...
It’s a brand new decade. Does that make you feel old? Why not try to roll back the clock a little and recapture your youth? This is the decade you can look years younger, thanks to the powerful healing abilities of your own blood. A special PRP facial could be...
The holiday season has a way of sneaking up on you. One minute, you’re waiting for the leaves to turn, and football is just beginning. Next thing you know, you’re scrambling to buy Christmas presents and are thinking of New Year’s resolutions. And once the holiday season gets going, it...
For as long as people have been losing hair, they have been trying to keep that hair. From scientifically proven methods to too-good-to-be-true therapies hawked on late-night infomercials, the hair loss industry is in full swing. One new method that has proven promising is platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy. Offered at...
Our body produces platelets, which are minuscule blood cells that help form blood clots to allow us to heal. These cells circulate throughout our blood, triggering its natural healing response to reduce pain and inflammation. Dr. Stuart A. Kauffman at PRP in Philadelphia has helped patients for more than 20...
Everyone wants smooth, bright, even-toned skin — and everyone deserves it. The thing is, life simply doesn’t allow us all to enjoy a radiant complexion. Between puberty, hormonal acne, sun exposure, sweating, diet choices, lack of sleep, aging, and other factors, our skin really takes a beating throughout life. It...
Most people want to look and feel younger, and while aging is a natural process, reversing the signs of aging can add to your confidence and make you feel better about yourself. Surgical cosmetic procedures can be very expensive and require a lot of downtime and healing. Luckily there are...
Few things are as frustrating as an injury that keeps you on the sidelines and prevents you from your active lifestyle. It can be even more so when the pain and discomfort lingers longer than it should, even after giving yourself the appropriate time to heal. If you’ve had an...
Ever since doctors first introduced Botox® in 1978 to correct crossed eyes (strabismus) and abnormal muscle spasms of the eyelids (blepharospasm), the scope of this potent neurotoxin continues to amaze. There’s clearly far more to this well-known facial wrinkle reducer than meets the eye. Turn back time with Botox As...
Tired of taking endless pills or injections for your chronic condition or injury? Does the idea of surgery or invasive treatments make you shudder? Here at PRP in Philadelphia, we have good news for sufferers of many chronic bone, muscle, soft tissue problems, and injuries: Stem cell treatments from Dr....
If you suffer from injuries, degenerative joint conditions, or soft tissue damage, regenerative medicine could be the answer to your problems. These therapies harness the power of the stem cells and vital growth factors found in your body to reverse painful damage or disease and restore function at the site....
Are fine lines and wrinkles, scars, and sun damaged skin getting you down? While these issues are a natural result of aging, it doesn't mean you have to accept them. Various treatments exist that can lead to younger, clearer looking skin, including microneedling with platelet rich plasma (PRP) therapy. At...
Cortisone injections have long been a band-aid solution to relieve pain in joints damaged by injury or arthritis. But medicine has advanced since the introduction of cortisone shots for pain decades ago. Regenerative medicine shows great promise in remedying soft tissue damage. At PRP in Philadelphia, regenerative medicine specialist, Dr....
Learn why stem cell therapy with PRP is the best sports injury treatment Every mother’s’ nightmare is watching their son or daughter get injured during a sports event. Spectators watch in nervous anticipation whenever a player goes down on the field. A simple search on the internet reveals compilations of...
Learn about the steps of the innovative stem cell PRP procedure. Perfect skin is a myth. If you know a person whose skin always seems to glow—smooth, fresh, and youthful—the reality is that they are more than likely using anti-aging treatments. As people age and experience skin conditions, their skin...
Learn the Top Ten Benefits of Stem Cell Injections For a lot of people, it’s been a long time since they’ve taken a science class. So when we come across terms like mesenchymal stem cells it can be pretty intimidating. What are they? What do they do? Why will stem cell...
Learn the best ways to prevent hair loss. One of the perennial fears of men as they age is the lingering question: Will I lose my hair? Balding is something that most people feel they have little control over. It’s all genetics, it’s about people who are genetically blessed and...
Is PRP Really Effective In Aiding Acne Scarring? Perhaps you’ve heard of PRP facial therapy as the new coveted and preferred method of achieving younger, more luminous skin. It’s not difficult to understand the appeal. PRP is an all natural, minimally invasive procedure with lasting and permanent results. There’s more to PRP facials,...
PRP has the Clear Advantage Over Surgery In one corner you have a long-time contender and solution to many sports injuries: surgery. In the other, you have PRP, a promising prospect in the healing of a variety of sports injuries from sprains and strains that don’t require the use of...
Learn how PRP treatment helps Sports Physical Therapists and their patients. We’ve all seen it happen. Tragic, career-ending injuries that take place right before our eyes. Often these injuries are flukes, a random accident that utterly transforms the athlete’s life. No one likes to see these accidents happen and if...
Learn the Pros and Cons of PRP Treatment for Arthritis There is no question about it, arthritis is debilitating. It utterly transforms the way you live, often resulting in intense chronic pain that prevents you from engaging in the activities that you love. While there is currently no cure for...
Potato Patato – The Name isn’t What Counts, PRP Facials are Amazing! We can always thank “My Fair Lady,” an oldie, but definitive classic goodie, for settling the importance of semantics. Names, titles, and terms can be the source of argument in almost every area of life – hence the...
3 Reasons to Love PRP If someone told you there was an all natural, virtually painless, cost effective and minimally invasive way to drastically improve 3 major aspects of health and wellness … would it pique your interest? Chances are it would because this holistic, innovative means of healing is...
PRP Helped these 3 Professionals Play Football, Tennis, and Baseball! “The Great One,” and all-time leading NHL scorer in history, Wayne Gretzky once said, “You miss 100 percent of the shots you don’t take.” When PRP was still in its infancy in the early 2000’s, there was much debate in...
Holistic PRP Therapy and It’s Many Uses and Benefits The term holistic treatment can often take on different connotations depending on who you ask.Holistic treatment also referred to as holistic medicine generally describes a method of treatment that addresses the whole person. Instead of simply looking at one aspect of the body – exclusively the...
Everything you need to know about the PRP procedure A PRP injection procedure is not a new treatment for common injuries; however, many people are just beginning to hear about them. This means a lot of people have questions about what PRP is, how it works, and what to expect. The first two...
A pros and cons list is is a useful tool for determining what decision to make. We use them all the time, both to determine major decisions (such as, what college to go to) and insignificant ones (i.e. what to eat for dinner). When considering PRP vs surgery, this approach is...
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections are not a new treatment for common injuries; however, many people are just beginning to hear about them. This means a lot of people have questions about what PRP is, how it works, and what to expect. The first two questions are very simple to answer. PRP...
The efficacy of platelet-rich plasma, also known as PRP injections is currently a highly discussed area of treatments for sports medicine, facial surgery, and hair restoration. Though conclusive studies are still being conducted about this healing treatment, there has been a lot of buzz about the positive effect it has had for celebrities...
If you’ve ever had a Cinnabon cinnamon roll, you are most likely a) salivating at the mere mention, b) saying to yourself: there is nothing more tempting than a Cinnabon roll or, c) as soon as I’m done reading this, it’s game on Cinnabon! Although it is completely normal to have this...
PRP might be just what you need to restore your hair! In the last blog, we talked about how incredible the body is at healing itself, as well as one way that PRP can be used to stimulate healing alongside stem cell therapy. However, that is only one of the many...
5 Reasons You’ll Fall in Love with PRP Hair Therapy Women are constantly surrounded by reminders of the prominence that healthy and luxurious hair represents in society – femininity, beauty, attractiveness. The premature thinning and loss of hair can be more than simply frustrating, it can be traumatizing and in...
Discover the basics of PRP treatments and their facial rejuvenation applications. PRP (or platelet rich plasma) treatments have been used successfully for years in sports medicine, and now they are now emerging as a top choice for improving the health and appearance of skin as well. Also known as blood facials, these...
Go behind the scenes to find out how a PRP facelift is done! Most of us have heard about Kim Kardashian’s blood facial. This procedure, more technically known as a PRP Facelift (PRP stands for Platelet-rich plasma), can be considered an alternative to costly, painful, and problematic surgical facelifts. But what is...
Added Benefits of Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy Given a choice between days, or even weeks of downtime versus little to none, most would naturally pick the former. For those who have experienced a serious injury or been subjected to the wear and tear of, however, the avoidance of surgery may...
Our bodies are incredible machines, finely tuned to keep us both alive and functioning. Our bodies are so incredible that we are constantly discovering new depths of how they work. We’ve barely skimmed the surface of understanding the brain and as more technology develops the more we recognize how intricate the workings...
5 Reasons Dumbledore Would Encourage PRP Holistic Treatments Sadly, we do not live in the wizarding world of Harry Potter. We can’t simply wave a wand and have luminous skin, instantly-repaired injuries or rapid-hair growth. What if someone were to tell you there is something out there almost as amazing...
Discover the exciting breakthroughs of PRP treatments and their hair restoration applications. Hair loss can be one of the most detrimental effects of aging for men and women alike. Recently, PRP (or platelet rich plasma) treatments have been making a positive impact in hair growth and skin rejuvenation for patients....
PRP is less invasive than surgery and provides a faster recovery. Whether you follow sports figures or celebrity icons, you’ve probably heard about a procedure called PRP. PRP is being used all over the place these days, from hair loss recovery to facials to sports injuries. But what is PRP,...
Learn the basics of platelet-rich plasma treatments and how they could help you! PRP treatment has been in the news lately as a groundbreaking non-surgical option for pain relief and long lasting healing of musculoskeletal conditions. Its popularity began to rise in the treatment of professional and recreational athletes, many...