Systemic Effects After Local Injection of Platelet-rich Plasma

Systemic Effects After Local Injection of Platelet-rich Plasma

Objective Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is widely utilized in the treatment of sports injuries with favorable outcomes. However, potential systemic effects after localized PRP injection are unclear at present.

Design: prospective randomized study Methods Twenty-four Taiwanese male athletes with tendinopathy were randomized into a PRP group (n = 13) or a saline group (n = 11).

Inclusion Criteria

- Adult male athletes were diagnosed with tendinitis

Exclusion Criteria:

• Receive local injections and surgery within three months
• Systemic disease
• Diagnosis of anemia