Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy: Applications, Effects, and Potential

John J. Klimkiewicz

As head team physician for the Washington Capitals and Georgetown University athletics, Dr. John Klimkiewicz knows a thing or two about musculoskeletal injuries. One of the more promising therapies for such injuries that Dr. Klimkiewicz is studying is platelet-rich plasma (PRP), which also offers opportunities for a wide variety of clinical and orthopaedic applications. He recently gave a talk on PRP at the National Athletic Trainers’ Association meeting this past June in Baltimore. You can view the presentation below!