Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injection for urinary incontinence, facial rejuvenation, hair restoration, joint therapy, and intimate wellness. Non-surgical regenerative therapy, 30–60 minutes, uses your own blood. Performed by a board-certified surgeon with 30+ years of experience.
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is a regenerative procedure that harnesses your body's own healing intelligence. A small sample of your blood is drawn, placed in a centrifuge, and processed to concentrate the platelet-rich fraction — a solution dense with the growth factors your body uses naturally to repair and regenerate tissue.
That concentrated plasma is then precisely injected into the target area — whether the face, scalp, joints, or intimate tissue. The growth factors activate dormant stem cells, stimulate collagen synthesis, improve vascularization, and accelerate tissue remodeling. The result is gradual, natural improvement over 3 to 6 months, driven entirely by your body's own biology.
Because PRP is autologous — derived from your own blood — there is no risk of allergic reaction or rejection. It is one of the most biologically coherent regenerative treatments available today.
PRP exploits the body's platelet-mediated healing cascade. Platelets are first responders — when tissue is injured, they rush to the site, release growth factors, and orchestrate repair. PRP therapy amplifies this process by delivering a highly concentrated dose of those growth factors directly where they are needed most.
A small amount of blood — typically 20–60 mL — is collected from a vein in your arm, just like a routine blood draw. The process is quick and well-tolerated.
The blood is placed in a medical-grade centrifuge and spun at a precisely calibrated speed. This separates the blood into its components: red blood cells, platelet-poor plasma, and platelet-rich plasma (PRP). The resulting PRP concentrate contains 3 to 8 times the normal platelet concentration found in whole blood.
The PRP is drawn into syringes and injected into the treatment area using fine-gauge needles or a microneedling device. Dr. Gevorgyan's surgical precision ensures optimal placement and depth for each indication. The growth factors — including PDGF, TGF-β, VEGF, IGF-1, and EGF — immediately begin signaling cellular repair, collagen production, and vascular remodeling.
Over the following weeks and months, the treated tissue undergoes natural regenerative transformation. Collagen thickens, blood supply improves, follicle activity resumes (for hair), and tissue quality elevates. Results are progressive, natural, and long-lasting.
PRP improves skin texture, fine lines, pore size, and overall radiance. When combined with microneedling, it penetrates deeper skin layers for amplified collagen stimulation. Ideal for patients seeking natural anti-aging results without fillers or toxins.
PRP injections to the scalp reactivate dormant hair follicles, increase follicle diameter, and prolong the anagen (growth) phase. Effective for androgenic alopecia (male and female pattern hair loss) and diffuse hair thinning. Results visible at 3–6 months.
PRP injections reduce inflammation, support cartilage repair, and improve function in joints affected by osteoarthritis or soft-tissue injury. Knees, shoulders, hips, and tendons respond well to PRP as an alternative to cortisone or surgery.
PRP applied to intimate tissue enhances sensitivity, improves lubrication, and supports structural rejuvenation. Often combined with laser treatments such as IntimaLase vaginal rejuvenation for synergistic regenerative results.
PRP promotes remodeling of scar tissue, improves skin tone irregularities, and supports healing after procedures. Particularly useful for acne scars, stretch marks, and post-surgical skin recovery.
PRP is often most powerful when combined with other regenerative treatments. Dr. Gevorgyan designs individualized protocols that may layer PRP with laser therapy, microneedling, or injectable collagen stimulators for comprehensive results.
PRP therapy is well-suited for patients seeking a biologically natural, non-surgical approach to regeneration and rejuvenation. You may be an ideal candidate if you:
PRP may not be appropriate for patients with active infections, platelet disorders, certain blood cancers, or those on anticoagulant therapy. A comprehensive consultation will determine whether PRP is right for you and which protocol will deliver the best results.
Your first step is a private consultation with Dr. Gevorgyan to discuss your goals, review your health history, and assess the treatment area. She will determine whether PRP is the right approach and design a personalized protocol — including the number of sessions, injection technique, and any complementary treatments.
If medically appropriate, avoid NSAIDs (ibuprofen, aspirin) and fish oil for 5 to 7 days before your appointment, as these can reduce platelet function. Stay well-hydrated. No fasting is required. Avoid heavy alcohol consumption the night before.
A topical numbing cream is applied to the treatment area (face or scalp) approximately 30 minutes before injections. The blood draw takes under 5 minutes. Centrifuge processing takes 10 to 15 minutes. Injections are then performed methodically and precisely. Total in-office time is typically 30 to 60 minutes.
Mild redness, swelling, and bruising at injection sites are normal and typically resolve within 24 to 72 hours. Avoid NSAIDs, ice, and strenuous exercise for 24 hours post-treatment. For scalp PRP, wait 6 to 8 hours before washing your hair. Most patients return to normal activities the same day.
PRP therapy is only as good as the physician performing it. Injection depth, distribution, platelet concentration, and treatment design all determine outcomes. Dr. Anna Gevorgyan brings over 30 years of surgical precision and anatomical knowledge to every PRP treatment — ensuring each injection is placed with the accuracy of a trained surgeon, not simply a practitioner following a protocol.
Lux R Spa is one of the few practices in the La Crescenta-Glendale area offering PRP therapy as part of a fully integrated regenerative medicine program — alongside laser intimate wellness, IncontiLase, and pelvic reconstruction surgery.
PRP is one component of a comprehensive regenerative medicine program. Many patients combine PRP with complementary treatments for enhanced results:
