Joseph Nguyen
United States
Research Article
Clinical and Magnetic Resonance Imaging Outcomes Following Platelet Rich Plasma Treatment for Elbow Tendinosis
Author(s): Brian Halpern, Salma Chaudhury, Joseph Nguyen, Catherine Hayter and Landon HoughBrian Halpern, Salma Chaudhury, Joseph Nguyen, Catherine Hayter and Landon Hough
Back Ground: Platelet Rich Plasma is now being utilized for patients with tendinosis and arthritis. This treatment option in many instances has replaced the need for surgery.
Hypothesis: The purpose of this study was to investigate if Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment of elbow tendinosis is associated with improved clinical outcomes with respect to pain, function and return to sports/ recreation. Also to determine if an MRI would detect any significant structural changes of the tendon after treatment.
Study Design: Prospective case series, Level of Evidence: IV
Methods: This study evaluated 114 patients treated with PRP for either lateral or medial elbow tendinosis. Tendinopathy was confirmed with a baseline MRI in all patients. Subjects completed serial visual analog scales (VAS) to a.. View More»
