No Effect of Platelet Rich Plasma on Functional Outcomes for Patients with Achilles Tendon Ruptures

How to Cite

OrthoEvidence. No Effect of Platelet Rich Plasma on Functional Outcomes for Patients with Achilles Tendon Ruptures. ACE Report. 2020;9(8):22. Available from: https://myorthoevidene.com/AceReport/Report/12304

Study Type:Therapy

OE Level Evidence:1

Journal Level of Evidence:1

Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma on Nonsurgically Treated Acute Achilles Tendon Ruptures: A Randomized, Double-Blinded Prospective Study.

Am J Sports Med. 2020 Jul;48(9):2268-2276.

Contributing Authors: AP Boesen MI Boesen R Hansen KW Barfod A Lenskjold P Malliaras H Langberg

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Synopsis

Thirty-eight males with Achilles tendon ruptures (ATRs) were randomized into receiving Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) or a sham injection of isotonic saline. The primary outcome of interest included self-reported Achilles Tendon Rupture Score (ATRS) which was measured at 8 weeks, 3, 4.5-5, 6, 9, and 12 months follow-up. The secondary outcomes of interest included the following measures: 1-leg heel-ris...