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No difference in function or ultrasound findings between PRP and saline for Achilles tendinopathy
September 2018
No difference in function or ultrasound findings between PRP and saline for Achilles tendinopathy
Study Type:Meta analysis
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Is Platelet-rich Plasma Injection Effective for Chronic Achilles Tendinopathy? A Meta-analysis
Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2018 Aug;476(8):1633-1641. doi: 10.1007/s11999.0000000000000258Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
Four randomized controlled trials were included in this meta-analysis which aimed to evaluate the effect of platelet-rich plasma injections in addition to eccentric exercises relative to saline injections in addition to eccentric exercise. Pooled results on VISA-A scores, tendon thickness, and color Doppler activity demonstrated no significant differences between PRP and saline injections groups.
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