The efficacy of platelet-rich plasma compared to corticosteroids for partial-thickness rotator cuff tears: a randomized controlled trial
Both injections improve clinical outcomes in PTRCT, but CS injections provide superior short- and medium-term pain relief and patient-reported outcomes. CS is preferable for patients prioritizing rapid pain reduction. Further long-term studies are needed to assess sustained effects and safety.
Authors
- Mahdieh Ghiasi
- Omid Salkhori (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6859-2933)
- Mohammad Reza Guity (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9911-5243)
- Nima Bagheri (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6458-1700)
- Majid Sahebi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0007-5226-9721)
- Mohammad Pourfarzaneh (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0007-2064-0354)
Institutions
- Imam Khomeini Hospital (IR)
- Tehran University of Medical Sciences (IR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- JSES International
- Published
- 2025-12-02
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jseint.2025.101409
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Shoulder Injury and Treatment
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.01