Platelet-Rich Plasma Versus Surgery for the Management of Recalcitrant Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome: A Systematic Review
Authors: Walker-Santiago R, Wojnowski NM, Lall AC, Maldonado DR, Rabe SM, Domb BG
DOI: 1016/j.arthro.2019.09.044
Summary:
This study compared PRP injections and surgery for patients with Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS) who did not improve with therapy. Both treatments reduced pain and improved function, but PRP was safer, less invasive, and had fewer complications. Surgery was effective for severe cases but carried higher risks.
Takeaway:
For persistent outer hip pain unresponsive to therapy, PRP injections may provide safe, effective relief using the body’s own healing cells, with surgery reserved for more advanced cases.