Although platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections remain innovative and the science behind and techniques when using them are evolving, they are trending towards the injection of choice, especially in the case of osteoarthritis. Once considered “experimental,” there are now at least 45 studies validating the success of PRP in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis. So simply put, why would you choose PRP over a steroid injection or hyaluronic acid for knee osteoarthritis?
-Safer and more natural
-Longer-lasting relief of pain with often 6 months to 2 years of benefit for knee OA
-Most likely PRP is disease-modifying, meaning it is slowing the deterioration of cartilage in your knee
How about a study or two demonstrating these points made above:
