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Platelet-Rich Plasma vs Sham Injection on Tendon Dysfunction in Patients With Achilles Tendinopathy
March 2025
Platelet-Rich Plasma vs Sham Injection on Tendon Dysfunction in Patients With Achilles Tendinopathy
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection vs Sham Injection on Tendon Dysfunction in Patients With Chronic Midportion Achilles Tendinopathy: A Randomized Clinical Trial.
JAMA. 2021 13-Jul;():. 10.1177/0269215521989016.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
Two hundred forty patients with chronic midportion Achilles tendinopathy were randomized to receive either a single platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection (n=121) or a sham subcutaneous dry needle injection (n=119). The primary outcome was the VISA-A score at 6 months, which assesses pain, function, and activity limitations related to Achilles tendinopathy. Secondary outcomes included the VISA-A sco...
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