A prospective study of the effect of platelet rich plasma (Autologous) injection in osteoarthritis of knee joint (2015-17)
Journal Title: Medpulse International Journal of Orthopedics - Year 2017, Vol 4, Issue 1
Abstract
Osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee is one of the main causes of musculoskeletal disability. PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) (Autologous) injection into the knee is a safe method without any major complications. PRP injection is neither a substitute for Total Knee Replacement nor does it prevent further progress of the disease, except relieving the pain, and stiffness of knees. The mechanism and duration of action of PRP is still not completely understood, and requires further detailed study. We can safely conclude that autologous PRP injection into the knee, in early Osteoarthritis (Grade I and Grade II) of Ahlback’s Radiological grading does give relief from pain, stiffness and improves functionality, without any major side effects and can be recommended as a viable modality of treatment.
Authors and Affiliations
S Venkat Raman, P Sugnaneswar M S, M E Luther, G Umakanth
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