What is PRP treatment for hair loss?

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) treatment for hair loss uses your body's own natural growth factors to revive thinning hair, strengthen follicles and boost new growth. The London PRP Clinic offers doctor-led PRP treatments for hair, scalp, and beard growth with proven results.

Does PRP work for beard growth?

Yes, PRP beard growth treatment is highly effective for filling patchy areas, enhancing beard density, and promoting thicker facial hair. Our doctor-led PRP beard treatment at £450 per session uses platelet-rich plasma to stimulate dormant hair follicles in the beard area.

How much does PRP treatment cost in London?

PRP treatment prices at The London PRP Clinic is £450 per session for PRP Hair or Beard PRP. We offer package discounts - for example, 3 PRP Hair sessions cost £1,215 (save £135).

What PRP services are available at The London PRP Clinic?

We offer PRP treatments for hair loss, beard growth, facial rejuvenation, under-eye treatment, knee joint pain, and scalp health. All treatments are doctor-led and evidence-based, delivered at our Marylebone clinic at 10 Portman Square, London.

How much does PRP cost for hair loss in London?

At The London PRP Clinic, PRP hair treatment costs £450 per session including clinician recommended aftercare. Most patients need 3-4 initial sessions (3-session course available at £1,215, saving £135). ExoRevive exosome treatment is £445 per session.

Does PRP really work for hair loss?

Yes, clinical studies show PRP is 70-90% effective for androgenetic alopecia. At our clinic, 87% of patients report significant improvement with an average 32% increase in hair density after 3-4 sessions. Results are best for Norwood stages 1-4.

What's better PRP or hair transplant?

PRP is ideal for early-stage hair loss (Norwood 1-4): non-surgical, no downtime, £450 per session. Hair transplants suit advanced loss (Norwood 5-7): permanent but surgical, 2-week recovery, £3,000-15,000. Many combine both for optimal results - PRP strengthens existing hair and enhances transplant survival.

How long do PRP results last?

PRP results typically last 12-18 months with proper maintenance. After initial 3-4 sessions, maintenance treatments every 6 months sustain results. Some patients using our combined protocol (PRP + supplements) report results lasting up to 2 years.

Is PRP painful for hair?

PRP involves minimal discomfort. We use topical numbing cream 30 minutes before treatment. Most patients rate pain as 2-3/10, describing it as 'mild pinching.' The entire procedure takes 60 minutes with no downtime - you can return to work immediately.

Can I wash my hair after PRP?

Wait 24 hours before washing your hair after PRP. Use lukewarm water and gentle shampoo for the first wash. Avoid swimming pools, saunas, and intense exercise for 48 hours. We provide detailed aftercare instructions and organic hair oil for optimal healing.

What are the newest hair loss treatments in 2025?

The newest effective hair loss treatments in 2025 include low-dose oral minoxidil (2.5-5mg daily), topical finasteride (0.25%), platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, and low-level laser therapy devices. Emerging treatments like JAK inhibitors and topical androgen receptor antagonists are showing promising results in clinical trials.

Does oral minoxidil work for hair loss?

Yes, low-dose oral minoxidil (2.5-5mg daily) has proven highly effective for both male and female pattern hair loss. Studies show it's particularly effective for overall thinning, with manageable side effects primarily limited to mild hypertrichosis (extra hair growth).

Is PRP effective for hair restoration?

Yes, PRP therapy has demonstrated significant improvement in hair count and thickness in clinical trials. Most patients see noticeable results after 3-4 sessions, using the body's own growth factors to stimulate dormant hair follicles.

What's the best hair loss treatment in London?

The best hair loss treatment depends on your specific condition, but combination therapy often yields optimal results. The London PRP Clinic offers personalised treatment plans combining PRP therapy with other evidence-based treatments. Book a free consultation to determine the best approach for your hair loss pattern.

How much does PRP hair treatment cost in London?

PRP hair treatment costs vary based on the number of sessions needed. The London PRP Clinic offers competitive pricing with free initial consultations. Contact us via WhatsApp for a personalised quote based on your specific treatment needs.

PRP Shoulder Injection London. Rotator Cuff Pain, Explained By Doctors

30 Sept

Written By Omar Elalfy

For rotator cuff tendinopathy that has not settled with rehabilitation, PRP is one of the better-supported injection options. Recent trials suggest a steroid injection often relieves pain faster, while PRP tends to give more durable improvement in function over 6 to 12 months. A full-thickness tear in an active person usually needs a surgical opinion first. The right choice depends on your diagnosis, which is why assessment comes before any injection.

Key points

In a 2024 double-blinded randomised trial of 100 patients in the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, 1 PRP injection outperformed a steroid injection at 12 months for pain and function, with treatment failure in 12 percent versus 30 percent.
A 2025 meta-analysis of 15 randomised trials found no overall difference in pain, but better shoulder function with PRP at 12 and 24 weeks.
A 2026 trial of 107 patients with partial-thickness tears found the opposite in the short and medium term, with steroid giving better pain relief at 3 and 6 months. The evidence is favourable, not settled, and we say so.
Private rotator cuff repair in London can cost £16,000 or more. PRP at The London PRP Clinic by The Wellness is from £595 per treatment, performed under ultrasound guidance by a GMC-registered doctor.

Shoulder pain that has not settled? Message our doctors on WhatsApp or email team@thewellnesslondon.com.

What the rotator cuff is and why it hurts

The rotator cuff is a group of 4 muscles and their tendons that hold the ball of the upper arm in the shoulder socket and let you lift and rotate the arm. The supraspinatus tendon, which runs under the bony point of the shoulder, is the one most often affected.

Pain usually builds gradually. It is felt on the outer upper arm, is worse when lifting the arm to the side or overhead, and often disturbs sleep when lying on that side. It is common in people who lift, swim, play racquet sports or golf, and in anyone over 40, because tendons change with age.

The conditions that look similar

Shoulder pain has several causes, and each is treated differently.

Rotator cuff tendinopathy means the tendon is irritated and structurally weakened without a full tear.

A partial-thickness tear goes through part of the tendon.

A full-thickness tear goes all the way through. In a younger or active person after an injury, this often needs a surgeon.

Frozen shoulder, also called adhesive capsulitis, causes stiffness in every direction as well as pain. We cover it separately in PRP for frozen shoulder.

Calcific tendinitis, arthritis of the joint at the top of the shoulder, and pain referred from the neck can all feel similar.

What the evidence shows

PRP versus steroid over 12 months

The strongest recent trial was published in 2024 in the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery by Rossi and colleagues. 100 patients with rotator cuff tendinopathy were randomised to 1 PRP injection or 1 steroid injection, with neither patient nor assessor told which they had. At 12 months, the PRP group had lower pain scores, better shoulder function on 2 validated scales and better sleep. Treatment failure was 12 percent with PRP and 30 percent with steroid. The patients had an average age of 27.7 years, so the findings apply most directly to younger, active people.

What happens when trials are pooled

A 2025 meta-analysis in Orthopedic Reviews combined 15 randomised trials comparing the 2 injections. Steroid and PRP gave similar pain relief overall. PRP gave better shoulder function at 12 weeks and at 24 weeks. A 2026 meta-analysis in Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy reached a similar conclusion, describing the benefit of PRP over steroid as modest but durable.

The trial that favoured steroid

A 2026 trial in JSES International followed 107 patients with partial-thickness rotator cuff tears. Both injections helped. Steroid gave clearly better pain relief and function at 3 and 6 months. This matters. For some patients, especially those with a partial tear who want relief quickly, a steroid injection may be the better first choice. A doctor who only offers PRP cannot give you that advice objectively. Our comparison of the 2 is in PRP vs steroid injection.

Frozen shoulder

A 2026 meta-analysis in Frontiers in Medicine combined 13 randomised trials with 1,056 patients with frozen shoulder. Pain relief was similar at 1 and 3 months, but PRP gave better pain relief and function at 6 months and better movement in most directions. The authors suggest steroid for the early painful phase and PRP for the later stiff phase.

Want to know which injection suits your shoulder? Ask our doctors on WhatsApp.

Who PRP suits and who it does not

PRP is a reasonable choice if

You have rotator cuff tendinopathy or a small partial tear confirmed by examination and imaging. Pain has lasted more than 3 months despite a proper course of rehabilitation. You want to avoid repeated steroid injections, which can weaken tendon tissue over time. You are prepared to continue rehabilitation afterwards, because PRP works alongside exercise rather than replacing it.

Another route is usually better if

You have a full-thickness tear after a fall or injury, particularly if you are under 60 or use the arm heavily. Early surgical repair gives these tears the best chance, and we will refer you to a shoulder surgeon. You cannot lift the arm at all, or the arm is suddenly much weaker. You need fast relief for a short period, where steroid may serve you better. Your pain is coming from the neck.

What happens at The London PRP Clinic by The Wellness

Assessment

You are assessed by a doctor who examines the shoulder and the neck and reviews the rotator cuff on ultrasound. If an MRI is needed, we arrange it at the London centre best equipped for that question.

Treatment

Blood is drawn from your arm and prepared to a consistent, validated protocol. The PRP is injected under ultrasound guidance so the needle reaches the damaged part of the tendon. The appointment takes 45 to 60 minutes.

Afterwards

The shoulder often aches more for 2 to 3 days. Avoid anti-inflammatory painkillers for around 2 weeks unless your doctor advises otherwise, as they may blunt the healing response. Improvement usually builds over 6 to 12 weeks, alongside a graded rehabilitation programme. We review progress and change the plan if the shoulder is not responding. How we practise is set out in our clinical standards.

What it costs

Private rotator cuff repair in London is a major procedure. One London cartilage clinic quotes £16,000 for repair with tendon augmentation, before MRI and physiotherapy. Specialist central London clinics charge from around £780 per ultrasound-guided PRP injection.

At The London PRP Clinic by The Wellness, there are 3 ways to begin.

The diagnostic package, from £695, covers assessment, imaging and blood tests, and gives you a clear diagnosis and plan whatever you decide.

Joint and tendon PRP is from £595 to £995 per treatment, depending on the area and guidance required.

A course of 1 to 3 treatments with rehabilitation is what most shoulder plans involve, with the exact figure confirmed in writing before you commit. More detail is in joint PRP cost in London.

Ask what your shoulder plan would cost. Message us on WhatsApp.

Why people choose The London PRP Clinic by The Wellness

Every treatment is performed by a GMC-registered doctor, and no clinician treats a patient here until they have completed 100 supervised treatments. Every joint and tendon injection is ultrasound guided. We do not perform surgery, so when we recommend a surgeon, there is no commercial reason behind it, and when we recommend PRP, we have already considered steroid and surgery for you. We also train other doctors in ultrasound-guided joint PRP through our Academy.

We see patients at 10 Portman Square in Marylebone and the Light Centre in Belgravia. Across our work we report an 87 percent patient success rate and more than 187 five-star reviews. How to judge any doctor for this treatment is in the best PRP doctor in London, and every treatment we offer is in PRP treatment London.

Book your free suitability review. Message us on WhatsApp, email team@thewellnesslondon.com, or call +44 20 3951 3429.

Frequently asked questions about PRP for the shoulder

Does PRP work for rotator cuff tendinopathy?

The evidence is favourable. Randomised trials and meta-analyses from 2024 to 2026 suggest PRP gives more durable improvement in shoulder function than steroid over 6 to 12 months, although steroid often relieves pain faster.

Is PRP better than a steroid injection for the shoulder?

It depends on the goal. Steroid usually works faster. PRP tends to give longer-lasting improvement in function, and a 2024 trial found treatment failure of 12 percent with PRP versus 30 percent with steroid at 12 months.

Can PRP heal a rotator cuff tear?

PRP may help symptoms in tendinopathy and small partial tears. It does not repair a full-thickness tear, and a traumatic full-thickness tear in an active person usually needs a surgical opinion.

How many PRP injections does the shoulder need?

Many patients need 1 to 3 treatments alongside rehabilitation. Your doctor sets the number after assessment.

How much does a PRP shoulder injection cost in London?

Specialist central London clinics charge from around £780 per ultrasound-guided injection. At The London PRP Clinic by The Wellness, joint and tendon PRP is from £595 to £995 per treatment.

How long does PRP take to work in the shoulder?

Improvement usually builds over 6 to 12 weeks, and trials measure the main benefit at 6 to 12 months.

This article is for information and does not replace personal medical advice. All treatments at The London PRP Clinic by The Wellness are performed by GMC-registered doctors. Reviewed by the medical team at The London PRP Clinic by The Wellness. Last updated September 2026.

Omar Elalfy