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Can a low-cost platelet-rich plasma (LC-PRP) treatment safely and effectively improve pain and function in patients with mild-to-moderate knee osteoarthritis, and is it cost-effective compared to corticosteroid injections?
LC-PRP, prepared at a low cost (~$11 per injection), yielded significant improvements in pain, function, and patient satisfaction up to 12 months post-treatment, with no significant adverse events. Additionally, LC-PRP was more cost-effective than corticosteroid injections, offering greater quality-adjusted life years (QALYs) at a lower overall cost.
Knee osteoarthritis is common and costly to manage. This study suggests LC-PRP is a promising, affordable, and safe treatment option that can improve patient outcomes while reducing healthcare costs, potentially increasing access to regenerative therapies.
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NOTE: This was written to help the reader become familiar with some of the research we are doing here at Vivo Cura Health. This post, and all other content on this website are not intended to be a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult with a certified healthcare provider to discuss if a treatment is right for you.
