Platelet-Rich Plasma in Treating Patellar Tendinopathy

Patellar tendinopathy (PT) is a common source of pain and dysfunction in both high-demand and recreational athletes. It can be a difficult condition to treat, and uniform consensus on the optimal treatment strategy is currently lacking. Accordingly, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has emerged as a treatment option for tendinosis that may improve the healing process and speed recovery. It is becoming increasingly evident that PRP comprises a cocktail of growth factors and cellular components that synergize to contribute to its established anabolic effects.

Source: Operative Techniques in Orthopaedics - March 1, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Guang-Ting Cong, Camila Carballo, Christopher L. Camp, Zoe Album, Amir Lebaschi, Jianchun Zong, Scott A. Rodeo Source Type: research