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Poster
Description
- Millions of people around the world suffer from degenerative joint changes due to osteoarthritis (OA). - Traditional treatment includes corticosteroid intra-articular injections. - Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is an alternative option for OA. - In all studies evaluated, PRP had no major side effects. - Patients saw a reduction in pain and improvement of functionality with both PRP and Corticosteroids. - PRP patients reported improvement that lasted longer than corticosteroid therapy. - More studies are needed on specific concentrations of PRP. - Results may vary depending on the joint being treated. - Price is a barrier for many as insurance does not usually cover PRP injections.
Department
Physician Assistant Studies
Degree Name
Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS)
First Advisor
Carr, Kristen
Publication Date
Spring 2023
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
Recommended Citation
Zetocha, Joshua, "Platelet-Rich Plasma vs Corticosteroids in OA" (2023). Physician Assistant Scholarly Project Posters. 278.
https://commons.und.edu/pas-grad-posters/278