Platelet rich plasma significantly improves clinical outcomes in patients with tennis elbow
Thursday, March 21, 2013 - 12:30
in Health & Medicine
Platelet rich plasma (PRP) therapy has been used to manage pain associated with torn tendons, muscles and ligaments, mostly in athletes, at all levels. Though it has anecdotally been successful, the evidence to support its efficaciousness is weak. Researchers evaluate the clinical value of PRP versus an active control group to determine its effectiveness in managing the pain and tenderness associated with tennis elbow.