2018 Orthobiologics Surgical Skills Online-4 - PRP treatment for Recalcitrant Patellar Tendonitis by Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA

4 - PRP treatment for Recalcitrant Patellar Tendonitis by Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses patellar tendonitis and its treatment options. The speaker mentions starting with physical therapy, minimal activity modification, and anti-inflammatories. They also discuss the use of a show part strap, topicals, shockwave therapy, PRP (platelet-rich plasma), and surgery as possible treatment options. The speaker emphasizes the importance of keeping patients out of the operating room if possible due to the risk of complications. They outline their algorithm for treatment, which includes eccentric exercises, static stretching, core stabilization, and single leg activities. The speaker also discusses the use of PRP injections and provides a case study of a basketball player who has undergone PRP treatment. They mention research on the effectiveness and standardization of PRP, and highlight the positive results seen with this treatment. The video concludes with information about an upcoming course on patella tendonitis.

Keywords

patellar tendonitis

treatment options

PRP

eccentric exercises

upcoming course