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Originally Posted by kschwi
I've had plantar fasciitis since February and have done PT (stretching and some strengthening) and inserts but my progress has reached a plateau. My insurance network is up north so went back there and my doctor is recommending PRP injections which are not covered by insurance and run $1000. While I have heard they are effective, it would be nice if they weren't so expensive. Has anyone had them in TV and if so what did they charge you?
Anyone try anything else that worked?
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I don't have any experience with PF and PRP injections but did have those injections on both knees with very good results. I had gone thru all of the traditional treatments for over 6 months with each visit ending with a conversation with my Dr telling me I need knee replacements. I did a lot of research on PRP /stem cell treatments and the high rate of success both domestically and in Europe so I went that route. I'm not sure (but I have a guess) why PRP is not approved by the FDA to be eligible for insurance coverage. Highly successful in Europe, even being used for Parkinson's treatment in Germany. Pros: you avoid surgery, the procedure uses your own body materials to regenerate new tissue to replace the damaged areas. Cons: expensive and it can take some time to grow back new material in your joints.
Bottom line is I had both knees done at the same time, paid 5 figures for the procedure and total recovery time was 8 months. Knees are back to nearly new. No clicking or grinding when I walk, play soccer or ride my bike. It's a slow process but I would do it again and am actually thinking about doing PRP on my lower back.