Comparison of Effects of Leukocyte-Rich and Leukocyte-Poor Platelet-Rich Plasma on Pain and Functionality in Patients With Lateral Epicondylitis.

Journal: Archives of rheumatology
Published Date: Oct 16, 2017

Abstract

OBJECTIVES: This study aims to compare the effect of leukocyte concentration in platelet-rich plasma (PRP) on pain, functionality and post-injection local inflammatory reactions in patients with lateral epicondylitis.

Authors

  • Melek Yerlikaya
    Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Afşin State Hospital, Kahramanmaraş, Turkey.
  • Havva Talay Çaliş
    Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Kayseri Training and Research Hospital, Kayseri, Turkey.
  • Serap Tomruk Sütbeyaz
    Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Kayseri Training and Research Hospital, Kayseri, Turkey.
  • Hatice Sayan
    Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Kayseri Training and Research Hospital, Kayseri, Turkey.
  • Nurdan Ibiş
    Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Kayseri Training and Research Hospital, Kayseri, Turkey.
  • Ali Koç
    Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Kayseri Training and Research Hospital, Kayseri, Turkey.
  • Cigdem Karakukcu
    2 Department of Biochemistry, Kayseri Training and Research Hospital, Kayseri, Turkey.

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