Other names: PRP therapy
Categories: Surgical
Description:
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is a regenerative treatment used to promote healing and tissue repair in tendonitis by injecting concentrated platelets from the patient’s own blood into the affected tendon. PRP contains growth factors that stimulate tissue regeneration, reduce inflammation, and enhance tendon healing.
PRP therapy may be effective for treating ECU tendonitis, particularly in chronic cases unresponsive to conservative treatments, but the evidence is mixed and further research specific to ECU tendonitis is needed.
Treatment For:
AI generated Summary: Based on the single review provided, Platelet-rich plasma therapy appears to be a potentially effective alternative treatment for Extensor Carpi Ulnaris Tendonitis, despite not being part of the standard treatment protocol. However, it is important to note that this therapy may not be covered by insurance, and more research is needed to confirm its efficacy for this specific condition.
Though not part of the standard treatment, an alternative that has been show to be effective in other tendinopathies, and may not be covered by insurance.
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