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2016-08-04 15:32:41
My aunt is suffering from knee pain. when we consulted the ortho, he is advised to go for PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) Injection. Whether it will work? if work, how frequently we have to PRP injections. Kindly advise.
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It's helpful to reduce inflammation a lot but afterwards have to continue with physiotherapy for good better recovery & muscle conditioning. Injection only can heal fast but it's not for strength & conditioning. So it's useful. Regards

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