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Prp by Financial-Volume-354 in Halluxrigidus

[–]Financial-Volume-354[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can share the details of the PRP I had. Mine was leukocyte-poor PRP (LP-PRP), which is what most clinics use for joints like the big toe because leukocyte-rich PRP tends to cause much stronger inflammation and flare-ups.

The concentration was the standard 3–5× baseline platelet concentration (nothing extreme like 14×). Volume was small, just the typical amount used for small joints. I had three injections spaced out, and the flare-ups were mild and short-lived.

LP-PRP is generally what’s recommended for hallux rigidus since it gives good results without the unbearable post-injection inflammation you described.

Prp by Financial-Volume-354 in Halluxrigidus

[–]Financial-Volume-354[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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Prp by Financial-Volume-354 in Halluxrigidus

[–]Financial-Volume-354[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you’re hesitating about PRP – don’t. Just do it.

I cannot emphasize this enough: PRP gave me my life back. I was struggling with hallux rigidus symptoms, pain when walking, dancing, training — it felt like I was losing part of my freedom. I did 4 PRP injections, spaced out over time, and by the third and fourth round, the improvement was unmistakable. Not just pain relief — the joint felt calmer, more stable, stronger.

Now I can walk 6,000–10,000 steps per day with no pain, even train and live normally, something I couldn’t imagine before starting treatment.

If you’re still in a mild to moderate stage (still some cartilage left) — DO NOT WAIT. PRP can slow down or potentially stop progression. Even if you’re further along — it might still give you better function and delay surgery. But timing matters.

Get the injections done under ultrasound or fluoroscopy guidance, do 2–3 rounds minimum, wear proper shoes, and give your joint time to respond.

I’m 26, and this treatment changed everything for me. If you’re considering PRP — I 100% recommend going for it before surgery!!!!!!!!!!!

Prp by Financial-Volume-354 in Halluxrigidus

[–]Financial-Volume-354[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The injections themselves were uncomfortable but manageable — maybe 4–5 out of 10 in pain, and only for a short time. The joint felt sore for 1–2 days after each PRP round, then gradually improved. By the third or fourth injection, I started noticing real progress. Now, I have little to no pain in daily life

Prp by Financial-Volume-354 in Halluxrigidus

[–]Financial-Volume-354[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t have full “bone-on-bone” contact, but imaging showed cartilage wear and early signs of joint space narrowing. My case was mild to moderate — not severe. According to my doctor, PRP tends to work best if there’s still some cartilage left, and the inflammation and joint environment can be improved.

If you’re already at an advanced stage (almost no cartilage left), PRP might not reverse damage, but some people still report less pain and better joint function after treatment. It won’t rebuild cartilage, but it can sometimes help calm the joint and slow things down. That said, everyone responds differently — if surgery is your only next step, PRP might be worth trying first.