Many trials are in the pipeline in efforts of obtaining FDA approval for PRP injections. There is a multi-center placebo controlled double blinded study underway looking at plantar fasciitis(heel pain) & lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow).
http://www.biomet.com/patients/clinical_recruitment_recover.cfm
Also, Thanks to the many patients inquiring about info on docs around the country performing PRP procedures. Feel free to contact any of those listed in the link performing this particular study. At some point I may have a list of various PRP docs out there to help patients out. Please Continue to send requests.
On another note, we are currently examining the efficacy of Platelet Rich Plasma with osteoarthritis. We are collecting objective data on all patients injected.
Tags: arthritis, autologous blood, controlled trial, plantar fasciitis, platelet rich plasma, tennis elbow
I am currently a knee joint pain sufferer in both knees. I am 68 yrs. old, but this condition has only existed for the past 6-8 yrs. My rheumatoidologist is treating me for OA with prescription medications for pain. I would like an aggressive effort at addressing the root cause rather than the symptoms. Your clinical trials seem very appealing to me and I would seriously consider participating.
Terry