Regenerative Medicine
PRP for Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee osteoarthritis — the gradual wear of joint cartilage — causes pain, stiffness and difficulty walking, stairs and squatting. PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) injection offers a non-surgical option for early and moderate knee arthritis: concentrated platelets from your own blood are injected into the knee to reduce inflammation, stimulate cartilage support and relieve pain naturally. At Noida Orthopedic Clinic, Dr. Amit Aggrawal has helped many patients delay or avoid knee replacement with carefully selected PRP treatment.
Who is a Good Candidate for Knee PRP?
PRP works best for grade 1–3 osteoarthritis — patients with persistent knee pain despite medicines and physiotherapy, but without severe bone-on-bone changes. It is also valuable for younger patients wanting to stay active and delay surgery, and for those who cannot undergo or do not wish to have joint replacement. An X-ray and clinical assessment determine whether PRP, GFC, or surgery is the right choice for your knee.
How the Treatment Works
About 15–20 ml of your blood is drawn and spun in a centrifuge to concentrate the platelets — the cells that carry healing growth factors. After numbing the skin, the PRP is injected into the knee joint. The growth factors reduce the inflammatory chemicals that drive arthritis pain and support the joint environment, producing gradual, natural improvement over weeks. Some patients benefit from a second injection 2–4 weeks later.
Results and Recovery
Pain relief typically begins within 1–2 weeks and continues improving for 6–12 weeks, with benefits often lasting a year or more. There is virtually no downtime — you walk out of the clinic, avoid strenuous activity for a few days, and resume exercise under guidance. Combined with weight management and quadriceps strengthening, PRP offers the best chance of durable relief.
Why Choose Noida Orthopedic Clinic
- Non-surgical knee pain relief
- Uses your own blood — no rejection risk
- Delays or avoids knee replacement in suitable cases
- No hospital admission or downtime
- Sustained relief for months to years
- Combined with guided exercise programs
Frequently Asked Questions
Does PRP work for bone-on-bone knee arthritis?
In advanced (grade 4) arthritis, PRP gives limited benefit and knee replacement is usually the definitive solution. PRP is most effective in early to moderate stages — an honest X-ray-based assessment ensures you get the right treatment.
How is PRP different from a steroid injection?
Steroid injections give fast but short-lived relief and repeated use can harm cartilage. PRP works gradually by supporting healing, with relief that typically lasts much longer and no cartilage-damaging effects.
Are there any side effects of knee PRP?
Since PRP comes from your own blood, allergic reactions are essentially nil. Mild pain, swelling or stiffness for 24–48 hours is the most common after-effect and settles on its own.
How much does PRP for knee cost in Noida?
Cost depends on the preparation system and number of sessions. Contact Noida Orthopedic Clinic for transparent pricing and an honest assessment of whether PRP is right for your knee.