PRP and Stem Cell Therapy

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy uses your pet’s own blood to accelerate healing. After collecting a small blood sample, we process it to concentrate the platelets — the components responsible for releasing growth factors that promote tissue repair and reduce inflammation.

When injected into an injured joint, tendon, or ligament, PRP can:

• Stimulate natural tissue regeneration
• Reduce swelling and inflammation
• Ease pain and stiffness
• Support faster recovery after surgery or injury

PRP therapy can benefit pets with:

• Osteoarthritis and degenerative joint disease
• Ligament injuries, such as partial cruciate tears
• Muscle or tendon strains
• Post-surgical healing needs

Because PRP is created from your pet’s own blood, it’s completely natural and carries very little risk of adverse reaction.

Stem Cell Therapy represents a powerful advancement in veterinary medicine. It involves collecting stem cells from your pet’s bone marrow, processing them to concentrate these regenerative cells, and then injecting them directly into areas of injury or degeneration.

Bone marrow–derived stem cells are capable of transforming into various types of tissue, including cartilage, bone, and muscle. Once introduced to the affected area, they work to:

• Rebuild damaged cartilage and soft tissue
• Decrease chronic inflammation
• Slow the progression of arthritis and joint disease
• Improve overall mobility and comfort

Stem cell therapy is most often recommended for:

• Moderate to severe arthritis
• Chronic tendon or ligament injuries
• Pets who no longer respond well to medications or other therapies

Both PRP and stem cell procedures are performed under sedation or light anaesthesia for your pet’s comfort. Most pets return home the same day and can resume normal activity within a few days. You may notice improvements in comfort and mobility within weeks, with ongoing benefits over the following months as healing continues.

At Millennium Veterinary Practice, we combine advanced technology with compassionate care to deliver the best outcomes for your pet. Regenerative medicine therapies such as PRP and stem cell therapy can:

• Reduce reliance on long-term medications
• Complement surgical or rehabilitation plans
• Restore comfort and quality of life naturally
• Promote long-term joint health and healing

All PRP and regenerative medicine procedures at Millennium Vets are carried out by our experienced clinicians Lindsey Nice and Shaun Smith, who have extensive training in these advanced techniques.

Learn More About PRP and Stem Cell Therapy in Essex

If your dog or cat is living with joint pain, arthritis, or an old injury, PRP or bone marrow stem cell therapy could help them move more freely and feel better for longer.

Contact Millennium Veterinary Practice today to schedule a consultation and find out whether regenerative medicine is the right choice for your pet.