Highlights
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Today’s Research Article: PRP halved knee-OA pain and boosted function at 6 months—double-blind, same-patient control.
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Questions from the Field: Yes—drain the effusion, then PRP same day to avoid dilution and clear catabolic enzymes.
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Let’s Get Down to Business: Patients choose connection over credentials—your personal brand is the clinical edge.
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Today’s Research Article
Effectiveness of platelet rich plasma in pain management of osteoarthritis knee: double blind, randomized comparative study
Babita Ghai, Vasudha Gupta, Ashish Jain, Nitika Goel, Devender Chouhan, Yatinder Kumar Batra
Summary:
This randomized, double-blind comparative study evaluated the effectiveness of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections in managing pain from knee osteoarthritis. Twenty patients with bilateral early osteoarthritis (Grade 1–2) received PRP in one knee and saline in the other, eliminating patient-related bias. Outcomes were measured using Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and WOMAC scores over six months.
Results showed that the PRP-treated knees had significant reductions in pain, stiffness, and improved physical function compared to saline knees. VAS pain scores dropped nearly 50% at six months with PRP, while saline knees showed minimal improvement. WOMAC scores confirmed better function and less stiffness in PRP knees. Patient satisfaction was also higher in the PRP group (70% satisfied vs. 10% with saline). Only one patient reported temporary inflammation, which resolved within two weeks.
Doctor-to-Patient Talking Points on Why to Choose PRP (Based on the Study):
