Ultrasound-Guided Injection Therapy of Achilles Tendinopathy With Platelet-Rich Plasma or Saline: A...
Ultrasound-Guided Injection Therapy of Achilles Tendinopathy With Platelet-Rich Plasma or Saline: A Randomized, Blinded, Placebo-Controlled Trial
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Los Angeles, CA: SAGE Publications
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English
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Los Angeles, CA: SAGE Publications
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Background:
Achilles tendinopathy (AT) is a common and difficult to treat musculoskeletal disorder.
Purpose:
To examine whether 1 injection of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) would improve outcomes more effectively than placebo (saline) after 3 months in patients with AT.
Study Design:
Randomized controlled trial; Level of evidence, 1.
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Ultrasound-Guided Injection Therapy of Achilles Tendinopathy With Platelet-Rich Plasma or Saline: A Randomized, Blinded, Placebo-Controlled Trial
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TN_cdi_proquest_miscellaneous_2019010557
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https://devfeature-collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/TN_cdi_proquest_miscellaneous_2019010557
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0363-5465
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1552-3365
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10.1177/0363546516647958
