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. 2022 Jul;39(3):206-215.
doi: 10.12701/jyms.2022.00290. Epub 2022 Jun 8.

The use of platelet-rich plasma in management of musculoskeletal pain: a narrative review

Aung Chan Thu  1
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The use of platelet-rich plasma in management of musculoskeletal pain: a narrative review

Aung Chan Thu. J Yeungnam Med Sci. 2022 Jul.

Abstract

Musculoskeletal pain is the most common pain reported by patients. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is widely used to treat musculoskeletal pain. However, the efficacy of PRP to treat this pain remains controversial. This review highlights the application of PRP in the treatment of musculoskeletal pain. PRP treatment appears to reduce pain and improve function in patients with musculoskeletal pain. However, there are limitations to the currently published studies. These limitations include the PRP preparation methods, type of activators, types of pathology to be treated, methods and times of administration, and association of PRP with other treatments.

Keywords: Humans; Musculoskeletal pain; Pain management; Platelet-rich plasma.

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