{"id":17728,"date":"2026-10-20T19:20:16","date_gmt":"2026-10-20T16:20:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bak.lt\/paslaugos\/joint-injections-and-prp-therapy\/"},"modified":"2026-10-20T19:20:16","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T16:20:16","slug":"joint-injections-and-prp-therapy","status":"publish","type":"paslaugos","link":"https:\/\/bak.lt\/en\/services\/joint-injections-and-prp-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"Joint injections and PRP therapy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style>\n\/* Baltijos Amerikos klinika | III lygio paslaug\u0173 MASTER *\/\n.bak-service-content {font-family:inherit; font-size:inherit; color:inherit; line-height:1.7;}\n.bak-service-content * {box-sizing:border-box;}\n.bak-service-content .bak-intro {background:#F1F4EF; border-left:4px solid #5E7053; padding:30px; margin:0 0 42px;}\n.bak-service-content .bak-intro > p {font-family:inherit; font-size:18px; font-weight:600; line-height:1.65; margin:0 0 15px;}\n.bak-service-content .bak-intro > p:last-of-type {margin-bottom:0;}\n.bak-service-content .bak-benefits {display:grid; 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The type of injection is chosen taking into account the diagnosis, symptoms, previous treatment and possible contraindications.<\/p>\n  <p>Baltic American Clinic performs joint injections, joint aspirations and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy. Whether injections of stem cells from adipose (fat) tissue can be used is assessed individually. The indications, strength of scientific evidence and likely benefit differ between these procedures, so treatment options are assessed individually.<\/p>\n  <div class=\"bak-benefits\">\n    <div class=\"bak-benefit\"><strong>Individually chosen treatment<\/strong><p>A procedure is recommended only after the diagnosis and symptoms have been assessed.<\/p><\/div>\n    <div class=\"bak-benefit\"><strong>Joint injections<\/strong><p>Treatment of certain painful and inflammatory joint conditions.<\/p><\/div>\n    <div class=\"bak-benefit\"><strong>PRP therapy<\/strong><p>A treatment method that uses a platelet concentrate prepared from the patient&#8217;s own blood.<\/p><\/div>\n    <div class=\"bak-benefit\"><strong>Monitoring of results<\/strong><p>Changes in symptoms and the need for further treatment are assessed.<\/p><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<section>\n  <h2>When may joint injections be recommended?<\/h2>\n  <ul class=\"bak-list\">\n    <li>You have joint pain related to a diagnosed condition.<\/li>\n    <li>Mobility has decreased because of inflammatory changes.<\/li>\n    <li>Conservative treatment is not effective enough.<\/li>\n    <li>Fluid is building up in the joint and needs to be tested or removed.<\/li>\n    <li>The doctor identifies specific indications for PRP therapy or another procedure.<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n  <p>Not every case of joint pain needs an injection. First, it is important to find the cause.<\/p>\n  <div class=\"bak-button-wrap\">\n    <a class=\"bak-button\" href=\"https:\/\/bak.lt\/en\/services\/orthopedics\/\">Orthopaedic trauma surgeon consultation <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n  <h2>Which procedures are performed?<\/h2>\n  <div class=\"bak-accordion\">\n    <details>\n      <summary>Joint injections<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"bak-accordion-body\">\n        <p>Depending on the medical indications, medicines chosen by the doctor may be injected into the joint. The specific medicine and its suitability are discussed during the consultation.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n    <details>\n      <summary>Joint aspiration<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"bak-accordion-body\">\n        <p>Accumulated fluid can be removed from the joint with a needle. If needed, it is sent for laboratory testing.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n    <details>\n      <summary>Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"bak-accordion-body\">\n        <p>A platelet concentrate is prepared from the patient&#8217;s blood and injected into the area being treated. The evidence for the effectiveness of PRP varies by diagnosis; the procedure does not guarantee regeneration of cartilage or other tissues.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n    <details>\n      <summary>Injections of stem cells from adipose tissue<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"bak-accordion-body\">\n        <p>The clinical benefit of this method for most joint diseases has not been sufficiently confirmed by high-quality studies. It is not a treatment proven to restore joint cartilage.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n  <h2>How is the procedure carried out?<\/h2>\n  <div class=\"bak-steps\">\n    <div class=\"bak-step\">\n      <div class=\"bak-step-number\">1<\/div>\n      <div class=\"bak-step-content\">\n        <strong class=\"bak-step-title\">Orthopaedic trauma surgeon consultation<\/strong>\n        <p>Your symptoms, diagnosis, test results and previous treatment are assessed.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"bak-step\">\n      <div class=\"bak-step-number\">2<\/div>\n      <div class=\"bak-step-content\">\n        <strong class=\"bak-step-title\">Choosing the procedure<\/strong>\n        <p>The doctor discusses the possible benefits, alternatives, limitations and risks.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"bak-step\">\n      <div class=\"bak-step-number\">3<\/div>\n      <div class=\"bak-step-content\">\n        <strong class=\"bak-step-title\">Preparation<\/strong>\n        <p>The medicines you take, allergies, signs of infection and bleeding risk are assessed.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"bak-step\">\n      <div class=\"bak-step-number\">4<\/div>\n      <div class=\"bak-step-content\">\n        <strong class=\"bak-step-title\">Injection or aspiration<\/strong>\n        <p>The planned procedure is performed under aseptic conditions. For PRP therapy, your blood is drawn and processed before the injection.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"bak-step\">\n      <div class=\"bak-step-number\">5<\/div>\n      <div class=\"bak-step-content\">\n        <strong class=\"bak-step-title\">Aftercare<\/strong>\n        <p>You are given advice on physical activity, possible reactions and further treatment.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n  <h2>How to prepare for a joint injection<\/h2>\n  <p>Tell the doctor about any medicines you take that affect blood clotting, allergies, infections and previous reactions to injections.<\/p>\n  <p>Before PRP therapy you may be given additional advice about taking certain medicines. Do not stop taking them on your own.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n  <h2>What are the possible risks?<\/h2>\n  <p>After an injection there may be temporary pain, swelling, bruising or a local reaction. In rare cases, an infection or other complications may develop.<\/p>\n  <p>If after the procedure the joint becomes very red or hot, the pain increases or you develop a fever, you need an urgent medical examination.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n  <h2>Frequently asked questions (FAQ)<\/h2>\n  <div class=\"bak-faq\">\n    <details>\n      <summary>Is PRP therapy suitable for all patients with knee osteoarthritis?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"bak-faq-answer\"><p>No. Study results are mixed, and whether the treatment is suitable depends on the stage of the disease and other factors.<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/details>\n    <details>\n      <summary>Is my own blood used for a PRP injection?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"bak-faq-answer\"><p>Yes. The PRP preparation is made from the patient&#8217;s own blood.<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/details>\n    <details>\n      <summary>Are joint aspiration and joint injection the same thing?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"bak-faq-answer\"><p>No. During aspiration fluid may be removed, while during an injection a preparation is injected into the joint. Sometimes the two procedures are combined.<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/details>\n    <details>\n      <summary>Can I do sport after an injection?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"bak-faq-answer\"><p>Restrictions on physical activity depend on the procedure performed. Your doctor will give you specific advice.<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/details>\n    <details>\n      <summary>Does a stem cell injection restore joint cartilage?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"bak-faq-answer\"><p>Such a result cannot be guaranteed. The effectiveness and long-term safety of these procedures for various joint diseases are still being studied.<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/details>\n    <details>\n      <summary>Can an injection replace joint replacement surgery?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"bak-faq-answer\"><p>In some cases it can relieve symptoms, but it does not reverse advanced structural changes in the joint.<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/details>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bak-price\">\n  <h2>Price of joint injections and PRP therapy<\/h2>\n  <p>Prices for joint injections, joint aspirations, PRP therapy and other procedures are set by the Baltic American Clinic price list in force at the time.<\/p>\n  <p>The need for a consultation, additional tests and procedures, and the expected costs, are discussed before treatment.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Joint injections are one of the treatment methods that, in certain cases, can be used to reduce joint pain and inflammation. 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