Platelet-rich plasma in the management of musculoskeletal disorders: a narrative review of clinical evidence and practical considerations
Stavros Litsos, Andreas P. Diamantopoulos, Marius Molund · 2026
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Stavros Litsos, Andreas Diamantopoulos, and Marius Molund wrote this review paper, published in 2026. It weighs the clinical evidence for platelet-rich plasma, injections of a patient's own concentrated blood platelets, in treating worn joints and stubborn tendon pain.
The treatment is widely used on the promise that its growth factors regrow tissue and quiet inflammation. Yet study results vary a lot. The authors searched the main medical databases for trials and prior reviews comparing the injections with placebos or other treatments, up to mid 2025. They sorted the findings by condition, asking where relief is real and lasting and where it is not. The review closes with practical guidance on picking patients and preparing injections, so clinics can use the therapy where it earns its keep.
Catalog record
| CREATOR | Stavros Litsos, Andreas P. Diamantopoulos, Marius Molund |
|---|---|
| YEAR | 2026 |
| COLLECTION | PAPERS |
| FORMAT | TXT |
| FILE SIZE | 51 KB |
| VERSION | 1.0 |
| LICENSE | CC BY 4.0 |
| RIGHTS | CC BY |
| SOURCE | Europe PMC |