Are Multiple Platelet-Rich Plasma Injections Useful for Treatment of Chronic Patellar Tendinopathy in Athletes?

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Authors

Amine Zaoui · Laboratoire de Biologie, Bioingéniérie et Bioimagerie ostéoarticulaire

Laurence Bellaïche · Imagerie Médicale et Radiothérapie Drôme Ardèche

Abstract

In this study, application of 3 consecutive US-guided PRP injections significantly improved symptoms and function in athletes with chronic PT and allowed fast recovery to their presymptom sporting level. The PRP treatment permitted a return to a normal architecture of the tendon as assessed by MRI.

Topics & Keywords

Tendon Structure and Treatment Shoulder Injury and Treatment Sports injuries and prevention

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: The American Journal of Sports Medicine

Volume 42, Issue 4, pp. 906-911

DOI: 10.1177/0363546513519964

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