because the degenerative soft tissue (tendon, ligament) has potentially started to regenerate or regrow itself. The bioactive proteins may stimulate healing and repair. New research shows PRP to be more effective than cortisone injections –which mask the inflammation and have no healing capabilities. ...
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A comparative study to assess the clinical outcomes in osteoarthritis of the knee between intra-articular platelet rich plasma (PRP) injections vs intra-articular corticosteroid injections Using Platelet-Rich Plasma to Treat DeQuervain's Tenosynovitis and Cortisone-Induced Skin Discoloration and Atrophy: ...