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No Effect of Platelet Rich Plasma on Functional Outcomes for Patients with Achilles Tendon Ruptures
August 2020
No Effect of Platelet Rich Plasma on Functional Outcomes for Patients with Achilles Tendon Ruptures
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.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
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...
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