Effects of Platelet-Rich Plasma in Tear Size Reduction in Partial-Thickness Tear of the Supraspinatus Tendon Compared to Corticosteroids Injection

• Main Authors: Thanathep Tanpowpong (Author), Marvin Thepsoparn (Author), Numphung Numkarunarunrote (Author), Thun Itthipanichpong (Author), Danaithep Limskul (Author), Phark Thanphraisan (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: SpringerOpen, 2023-02-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Objectives Corticosteroid (CS) injection is commonly used in partial-thickness rotator cuff tears to decrease pain. However, this could result in unwanted side effects, such as tendon rupture. Alternatively, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection is frequently used to treat tendinopathies bec...