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Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection for the Treatment of Achilles Tendinopathy

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January 2025

Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection for the Treatment of Achilles Tendinopathy

Vol: 307| Issue: 1| Number:105| ISSN#: 2564-2537
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1

Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection on the Treatment of Achilles Tendinopathy: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Orthop J Sports Med . 2024 Nov 27;12(11):23259671241296508.

Contributing Authors:
SK Ling CT Mak JP Lo PS Yung

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Six studies involving 422 patients with chronic midportion Achilles tendinopathy were included in this systematic review and meta-analysis comparing PRP injections with nonoperative treatments. Pooled outcomes included VISA-A scores and maximal Achilles tendon (AT) thickness across three time points (3, 6, and 12 months). No significant differences were observed in functional outcomes (VISA-A scor...

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