Platelet-Rich Plasma Injections for the Treatment of Degenerative Orthopedic Conditions.
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- Academic Journal
- Authors
- Means GE; Department of Orthopedics, Pinehurst Surgical Clinic, Pinehurst, NC 28374, USA.; Muench P; US Army Special Operations Command, HQ, Ft. Liberty, NC 28310, USA.
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- Publisher: Oxford University Press Country of Publication: England NLM ID: 2984771R Publication Model: Print-Electronic Cited Medium: Internet ISSN: 1930-613X (Electronic) Linking ISSN: 00264075 NLM ISO Abbreviation: Mil Med Subsets: MEDLINE
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- Language
- English
Platelet-rich plasma injections for the treatment of degenerative orthopedic conditions have good evidence for safety, pain relief, and functional improvement. The U.S. Military is providing platelet-rich plasma services for military services members and TRICARE beneficiaries. The use of this safe and effective treatment should be continued and expanded.
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