Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections
Ultrasound-guided PRP for joint pain, soft-tissue injury and skin rejuvenation — using your own blood to stimulate natural healing. Delivered by our consultant radiologist and clinical team at Hinchley Medical.
PRP for joints & soft tissue, or for skin rejuvenation
The same regenerative science, two distinct treatment pathways. Select below to explore what each involves and where to find pricing.
Ultrasound-guided joint & tendon PRP
For patients with persistent joint pain or tendon problems who haven't fully responded to painkillers, physiotherapy or steroid injection. Every injection is performed under live ultrasound guidance for accuracy and safety.
- Mild to moderate osteoarthritis (knee, hip, shoulder, ankle, small joints)
- Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
- Golfer's elbow (medial epicondylitis)
- Chronic tendinopathies (Achilles, patellar, gluteal, rotator cuff)
- Plantar fasciitis
Pricing covers consultation, ultrasound assessment and the guided procedure.
View full ultrasound price listWhat to expect on the day
- Consultant-led discussion of benefits, risks and informed consent
- Blood drawn from your arm and processed in a centrifuge (~10 min)
- Concentrated PRP injected under live ultrasound guidance
- Sterile, aseptic technique throughout
- Allow approximately 45–60 minutes for the appointment
Please note: avoid non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication (e.g. ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac) for 5 days before treatment, as this can reduce PRP effectiveness.
Patients travel to our Hinchley Wood clinic from across Esher, Cobham, Oxshott, Surbiton, Hampton, South West London and the wider Surrey area.
PRP for skin and hair regeneration
A natural alternative to fillers and toxins. By harnessing growth factors from your own platelets, PRP encourages new collagen, improves skin texture and supports follicle health — without introducing any synthetic substance into your body.
- Facial skin rejuvenation — fine lines, dullness, uneven tone
- Around-eye treatment for tired, crepey skin
- Décolletage, neck and back of hands
- Scalp PRP for early-stage hair thinning and shedding
- Pairs well with our microneedling and exosome protocols
Skin PRP is priced separately from joint PRP, depending on area and whether combined with microneedling or exosomes.
View skin clinic prices & treatmentsWhy patients choose us
- Doctor-led: every consultation and procedure performed by a clinician
- CQC-regulated private clinic with full clinical governance
- Honest assessment — we'll tell you if PRP isn't the right option
- We focus on skin regeneration, not masking
- Convenient for patients across Surrey and South West London
Our skin clinic serves Hinchley Wood, Esher, Cobham, Oxshott, Surbiton, Hampton and the surrounding South West London and Surrey communities — replacing the need to travel into central London for high-quality regenerative skincare.
How PRP works
PRP — Platelet-Rich Plasma — is a concentrate prepared from a small sample of your own blood. The growth factors and proteins it contains are central to the body's natural repair pathway.
Draw & prepare
A small blood sample is taken from your arm and combined with a specialist suspension.
Concentrate
The sample is spun in a centrifuge for around 10 minutes to separate platelet-rich plasma from red and white cells.
Targeted delivery
The PRP is injected back into the joint, tendon or skin — under ultrasound guidance for joint work, by your clinician for skin.
Once delivered, growth factors and proteins inside the PRP help drive the body's repair process — supporting tissue integrity, easing inflammation and reducing pain over the weeks that follow.
PRP pricing at a glance
Full, current pricing is published on our main service pages. Click through for the complete list.
PRP Injection
Ultrasound-guided. One area, single session.
Full ultrasound prices →PRP — 3 Sessions
The recommended course for most chronic joint and tendon presentations.
Full ultrasound prices →Skin Rejuvenation PRP
Face, neck, décolletage, hands or scalp — pricing depends on area and combination with microneedling/exosomes.
Skin clinic prices →How many injections will I need?
Response to PRP varies between individuals. Most patients respond best to a structured course rather than a one-off injection.
Standard course
A course of 3 treatments is the most common pathway for joint and tendon work.
Spacing
Sessions are typically scheduled a few weeks apart to allow tissue response and healing between injections.
Skin protocols
Skin and scalp PRP treatment plans are tailored at consultation, often combined with microneedling.
Review & adjust
We assess response between sessions and adjust the plan based on how your tissue is healing.
Important information before booking
PRP is a safe, natural therapy — but it's not right for everyone. Please review the points below, and your clinician will go through these in detail at consultation.
When PRP is not suitable
PRP is not recommended if any of the following apply:
- Active infection
- Currently feeling unwell
- Active cancer
- Bleeding or platelet disorder
- Anaemia
- Pregnancy
- Currently taking anti-platelet medication (e.g. aspirin, clopidogrel) — PRP effectiveness may be reduced
Your radiology consultant will discuss benefits, risks and any contraindications with you, and ask you to sign an informed consent form before proceeding.
Possible risks & side effects
PRP is a safe, natural product that can be repeated multiple times. Ultrasound guidance and sterile aseptic technique minimise risk. Possible side effects include:
- Small risk of infection (approximately 1 in 10,000)
- Small risk of temporary worsening of symptoms
- No response to treatment
- Around 10% of patients experience a post-injection flare (most common with soft-tissue PRP) lasting 2–7 days — paracetamol and ice usually help
Seek urgent medical attention if you develop unexpected pain, warmth, redness or fever after an injection — let the clinician know you've recently had PRP, as this could be a sign of infection.
Before your appointment
- Avoid NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac) for 5 days before treatment
- Eat and drink normally on the day
- Arrange comfortable, loose clothing if treating a joint
- Allow up to 60 minutes in clinic
- Bring a list of any current medications
Who performs the procedure?
Joint and soft-tissue PRP is performed by our consultant radiologist or experienced radiology colleagues at our Hinchley Wood clinic, using a market-leading ultrasound machine for live image guidance.
Skin and scalp PRP is performed by our doctor-led clinical team, who specialise in regenerative skin therapies.
After your PRP injection
PRP is initially pro-inflammatory by design — the inflammation triggers the healing cascade. Caring for the area in the days afterwards helps the treatment work as intended.
Avoid NSAIDs for 1 week
No ibuprofen, naproxen or diclofenac. Paracetamol is fine for pain relief, alongside an ice pack for any flare.
Take it easy
No heavy lifting for a week. Avoid high-impact activity for 2 weeks, while continuing physiotherapy as advised.
Trust the timeline
Healing is gradual — most patients notice incremental improvement over the weeks following each session.
PRP injections — your questions, answered
Common questions from patients across Hinchley Wood, Esher, Cobham, Oxshott, Surbiton, Hampton, South West London and the wider Surrey area.
Where is your PRP clinic located?
Our PRP service runs from Hinchley Medical, our CQC-registered private clinic in Hinchley Wood, Esher, Surrey. The clinic is conveniently located for patients across Esher, Cobham, Oxshott, Surbiton, Hampton, South West London and most of Surrey, with parking and a short walk from Hinchley Wood station.
Is PRP available on the NHS?
PRP is generally not routinely available on the NHS for most musculoskeletal or skin indications. We offer it as a private, doctor-led service so you can access regenerative treatment without lengthy waits.
How quickly will I see results from joint PRP?
PRP works gradually as the healing process develops. Most patients begin to notice change in the weeks after each session, with the full benefit typically apparent after completing a course of 3 treatments. Response varies between individuals and conditions.
How does PRP compare to steroid injection?
Steroid injections work quickly to reduce inflammation but don't repair tissue, and the effect can wear off. PRP is slower to act but aims to support actual tissue healing using your own biological growth factors. Many of our patients consider PRP after steroid has stopped helping, or where they want to avoid repeated steroid use. Your clinician will help you choose the right option.
Is PRP painful?
The blood draw feels like a standard blood test. The injection itself is well tolerated — local anaesthetic can be used where appropriate. Some patients experience a post-injection flare for 2–7 days afterwards, which usually settles with paracetamol and ice.
Is PRP safe? What about allergic reactions?
Because PRP is prepared from your own blood, allergic reaction is extremely unlikely. We use sterile, aseptic technique with ultrasound guidance for joint work to minimise infection risk (approximately 1 in 10,000). PRP can be repeated multiple times safely.
Can PRP be combined with other treatments?
Yes — for skin, PRP combines well with microneedling and exosome therapy. For joints, we may suggest physiotherapy alongside PRP, and in some presentations we'll discuss alternative or complementary options such as Ostenil Plus (hyaluronic acid), barbotage or hydrodilatation.
Do you treat patients from outside Surrey?
Absolutely. While most patients come from Hinchley Wood, Esher, Cobham, Oxshott, Surbiton, Hampton and the South West London corridor, we welcome patients from further afield. The clinic is easily reachable from Kingston, Richmond, Wimbledon, Walton-on-Thames and Weybridge.
What's the minimum age for PRP?
Our PRP service is available to patients aged 18 and over.
Book a PRP consultation
Speak to our team about whether PRP is right for you. Consultations are private, doctor-led and unhurried.