| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3251725 | Journal of Orthopaedics | 2016 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
PurposeTo compare short and mid-term results in the treatment of chronic elbow tendinosis with platelet-rich plasma (PRP) or Nirschl surgical technique.MethodA retrospective study was conducted on patients with chronic lateral epicondylitis, treated by Nirschl surgical technique (50 elbows) or PRP (60 elbows). Outcome was evaluated with Visual Analog Score (VAS), Mayo Elbow Scores and grip strength measurements.ResultsVAS and Mayo Elbow Scores of the PRP group had improved as a mean of 83% (p = 0.0001), 74% (p = 0.0001) over baseline and 34.2 pounds gain of grip strength.ConclusionThe PRP seems to be better for pain relief and functionality in the short and mid-term periods.
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Authors
Mert Karaduman, Mustafa Caner Okkaoglu, Hakan Sesen, Anil Taskesen, Mahmut Ozdemir, Murat Altay,