Platelet-Rich Plasma: Basic Science And Biological Effects

Keywords

growth factor; injury; musculoskeletal; regeneration

Abstract

Platelet-Rich plasma (prp) is an autologous biological intervention that seeks to augment the body's self-healing capacity. as a promising nonsurgical treatment option for musculoskeletal injuries, prp has enthused significant interest among patients and sports medicine professionals. owing to a growing range of clinical indications and excellent safety profile, sports medicine professionals are likely to encounter individuals who received or are considering prp. this article provides an overview of prp, biological mechanisms, and evidence underpinning the utilization of prp injections for musculoskeletal disorders. a companion article in this issue discusses considerations for sports medicine professionals managing individuals following prp procedures.

Publication Date

10-1-2018

Publication Title

Strength and Conditioning Journal

Volume

40

Issue

5

Number of Pages

77-94

Document Type

Article

Personal Identifier

scopus

DOI Link

https://doi.org/10.1519/SSC.0000000000000402

Socpus ID

85058630407 (Scopus)

Source API URL

https://api.elsevier.com/content/abstract/scopus_id/85058630407

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