Platelet-Rich Plasma Injections for the Treatment of Hamstring Injuries

Posted in: General | Posted on: 13-Oct-2014

Abstract

Background: A hamstring injury is one of the most common types of injury affecting athletes. Despite this, the optimal management of hamstring muscle injuries is not yet defined. The effect of autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy on the recovery of hamstring injuries is unclear.

Purpose: To investigate the effect of a single PRP injection in the treatment of grade 2 hamstring muscle injuries.

Study Design: Randomized controlled trial; Level of evidence, 2.