Palo Alto · PRP Injections
PRP injections in Palo Alto.
Platelet-rich plasma from your own blood — concentrated and placed under ultrasound — for injured tendons, ligaments and joints, at our Park Blvd clinic.
How PRP injections work.
Your platelets do more than clot blood; they carry the growth factors your body uses to heal. PRP is derived from your own blood and contains a far higher concentration of platelets than whole blood. A small sample is drawn, then spun in a centrifuge to separate and concentrate the platelets.
Once injected into the area of injury or degeneration, the platelets release growth factors that are crucial for healing, forming new blood vessels and synthesizing collagen. At the Palo Alto clinic every preparation is processed in-house and delivered under real-time ultrasound, as an outpatient procedure with minimal downtime.
Read our full guide to PRP therapy, or see the Palo Alto clinic page for the map and directions.
Who it suits
Who PRP is for.
- Tennis & golfer’s elbow (tendinosis)
- Knee osteoarthritis (mild to moderate)
- Rotator cuff & shoulder tendon injuries
- Patellar & Achilles tendinopathy
- Plantar fasciitis
- Hip & gluteal tendon pain
Not sure if you’re a candidate? A short evaluation gives you a clear, honest answer.
How it works
Your first visit at the Palo Alto clinic
An evaluation comes first. No referral is required.
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Book at Palo Alto
Call (650) 328-4411 or request an evaluation online. Our concierge team arranges a time at 2248 Park Blvd.
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Evaluation & diagnosis
We confirm PRP is the right tool for your specific injury using exam and diagnostic ultrasound.
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Blood draw & concentration
A small sample is drawn and spun down to concentrate your platelets — all in the same visit.
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Guided injection & recovery plan
The PRP is delivered precisely into the injured tissue under ultrasound, with local anesthetic for comfort. A structured rehab plan and follow-up support the repair over the weeks that follow.
Our team
The physicians behind this care
Both clinics offer the same physicians and protocols. Our concierge team will match you to the right physician when you book in Palo Alto.
Dr. Rowan Paul, MD
Pioneer in regenerative interventional orthopedics; head physician for the San Francisco Ballet.
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Dr. Kentaro Onishi, DO
Two-time Olympic physician and tendinopathy expert; ultrasound-guided regenerative sports medicine.
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Dr. Carri Allen Jones, MD
Triple board-certified in PM&R, Sports and Pain Medicine.
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Dr. Andrew Vargas, MD
Interventional spine & pain specialist, UCSF-trained; opioid-sparing care.
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Address
2248 Park Blvd, Palo Alto, CA 94306.
Get directionsPhone & hours
(650) 328-4411 — speak with our concierge team. Open Monday–Thursday 8:00am–6:00pm, Friday 9:00am–3:00pm; closed weekends.
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Convenient for Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Mountain View, Los Altos, Redwood City and San Jose.
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PRP Injections in Palo Alto — common questions
Where are PRP injections done in Palo Alto?
In-office at RegenCore Palo Alto, 2248 Park Blvd, Palo Alto, CA 94306. The clinic is open Monday–Thursday 8:00am–6:00pm and Friday 9:00am–3:00pm.
Does the PRP injection hurt?
We use local anesthetic and ultrasound guidance, so most patients tolerate the procedure well. Mild soreness for a day or two afterward is normal and a sign the healing response has started.
How many treatments will I need?
Many conditions respond to a single treatment; some benefit from a short series. We’ll give you a realistic plan after your evaluation.
When can I return to activity?
Light activity within days, with a graded return to sport over several weeks guided by your recovery plan.
Is PRP covered by insurance?
PRP is generally not covered. We provide clear, upfront pricing and the documentation needed for any reimbursement you may pursue.
Book your Palo Alto evaluation.
Concierge regenerative orthopedics at 2248 Park Blvd. Prefer the city? Our San Francisco clinic at 2100 Webster St, Suite 424 offers the same physicians and protocols.