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Platelet Rich Plasma for Treatment In The Shoulder and Elbow: A Review of Current Literature
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is used for a variety of orthopedic conditions with varying degrees of efficacy. PRP has been shown to be most effective in the management of adhesive capsulitis and lateral epicondylitis. However, preparation methods, dosing and frequency of PRP injections vary widely among published studies. Further research is needed to better clarify which preparations and orthopedic conditions are best for PRP treatment.
Why Is My Wrist Popping and Cracking?
Popping and cracking in your wrist (sometimes known as crepitus) can be an uncomfortable sensation. Reasons your wrist pops or cracks may include normal joint cracking, osteoarthritis, tendon issues, or an unstable joint.
What happens to the elbow 15 years after a radial head prosthesis? A clinical and imaging long-term follow-up study.
Radial head arthroplasty (RHA) has increasingly become the standard treatment for non-reconstructable radial head fractures, especially in young active patients where long-lasting function restoration is of paramount importance. However, long-term evidence of the results over time is still scarce. The purpose of this study was to document the long-term outcomes of RHA for acute radial head fractures.
7 Simple Wrist Strengthening Exercises
Wrist strengthening exercises improve the flexibility and range of motion of your wrist joints and tendons. These easy at-home exercises benefit athletes such as boxers, gymnasts, and tennis players, as well as people at risk of carpal tunnel syndrome.
What Is a Biceps Rupture?
A biceps tendon rupture is when you tear one of the strong bands of tissue that connect your upper arm muscle to your shoulder or elbow. This injury can cause sudden pain and make it harder to bend or lift your arm.
