The use of platelet-rich plasma in management of musculoskeletal pain: a narrative review

This narrative review discussed the use of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in managing musculoskeletal pain, which was the most commonly reported type of pain by patients. The review indicated that PRP treatment seemed to reduce pain and improve function in patients. However, the efficacy of PRP was still debated due to limitations in existing studies, such as variations in PRP preparation methods, types of activators, pathologies treated, administration methods and timing, and its combination with other treatments.