ROLE OF PLATELET-RICH PLASMA INJECTIONS IN TENNIS ELBOW; A PROSPECTIVE STUDY

Abstract

Aims and Objectives: The aim of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections in chronic/recalcitrant cases of lateral epicondylitis in comparison to steroid injections and their role in averting surgical procedures. Methods: A prospective study was carried out in the Post Graduate Department of Orthopaedics, Government Medical College and Hospital, Jammu, from July 21 to June 22. Results: The patients managed with PRP injections tend to have a better outcome in long-term follow-up than the steroid group and the results in our study have been found to be statistically significant (p<0.05). Conclusion: We consider PRP injection for intractable lateral epicondylitis of the elbow, not only a safe but also very effective tool in reducing symptoms as well as averting the need for surgical intervention in this difficult cohort of patients.