Currently, PRP and most orthobiologic treatments are not covered by Medicare or most commercial insurance plans for spine indications. However, we work with patients on transparent pricing and can provide superbills for FSA/HSA reimbursement. Costs vary depending on the biologic used and the location they are injected.

Most spine patients start with a series of 2–3 injections spaced 4–6 weeks apart. Some conditions respond to a single treatment, while complex or chronic cases may benefit from a longer protocol. We reassess after each injection based on your clinical response and imaging.

Most patients return to light activity within 24–48 hours. You may experience temporary soreness or a "flare" at the injection site for 3–5 days — this is a normal part of the healing response. Strenuous activity is typically restricted for 1–2 weeks. Full therapeutic benefit is usually seen at 6–12 weeks.

Ideal candidates have mild-to-moderate disc or joint degeneration, have not responded fully to physical therapy or steroid injections, and wish to avoid or delay surgery. Patients with severe structural instability, active infection, or blood disorders may not be candidates. A thorough consultation including review of your MRI is required.

Cortisone suppresses inflammation temporarily — often for weeks to months — but does not repair damaged tissue. In fact, repeated cortisone injections may weaken disc and cartilage tissue over time. PRP, by contrast, recruits your body's own healing factors to promote actual tissue repair, with benefits that can last years.