Short-Term Clinical Outcomes of Platelet-Rich Plasma Injections in Patients With Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy and Partial-Thickness Rotator Cuff Tears
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has been increasingly applied for rotator cuff pathology; however, clinical evidence regarding its short-term efficacy remains limited. This study evaluated the effectiveness of a single PRP injection for rotator cuff injury.
Source: Cureus
Management of Ankle Sprains in Urgent Care: Adherence to Evidence-Based Guidelines
Ankle injuries are among the most common reasons for urgent care visits. Evidence-based guidelines, particularly the Ottawa Ankle Rules (OAR), aim to standardize assessment and reduce unnecessary imaging. Despite strong evidence supporting their diagnostic accuracy, clinicians' adherence remains variable. This variability can lead to suboptimal patient outcomes, such as chronic joint instability and increased healthcare costs.
Source: Cureus
More treatments expand personalized ankle cartilage repair
Osteochondral lesions of the talus were historically treated with debridement with or without bone marrow stimulation techniques. There is a plethora of options today, allowing surgeons to personalize treatment.
Source: Healio
13 Causes of Leg Cramps and Their Treatments
Leg cramps have various causes, including dehydration and mineral deficiencies. You can often treat them with hydration and proper stretching.
Source: Health
Standardization of Platelet-Rich Plasma Preparation in Orthopedics: A Review of the Literature and Proposal for a Reproducible Protocol
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is widely used in orthopedics and sports medicine as an autologous product; however, substantial heterogeneity in manufacture and incomplete reporting of preparation parameters limits reproducibility and inter-study comparability.: We performed a PRISMA-guided methodological review of studies describing PRP preparation, subsequently focusing on orthopedic applications.
Source: MDPI
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