Functional Outcome Of Platelet Rich Plasma In Partial Thickness Rotator Cuff Tears - A Prospective Study

Abstract

INTRODUCTION A partial thickness rotator cuff tear is defined as the disruption of tendon fibres and is characterized by pain and activity limitation , occurring due to degenerative factors and overhead movements. Have high prevalence in older people . The estimated prevalence of PTRCT is 13% to 37% and is expected to increase with the increasing of the aging population due to positive correlation between age and rotator cuff diseases. MATERIALS AND METHOD This study was carried out by the BLDE Hospital's orthopaedics department from August 1, 2022, until May 31, 2024. Forty patients were selected for the research. Our criteria were used to select the patients, and a diagnosis was only ascertained following a clinical assessment. The pain status was assessed using the VAS grading methods. Patients were evaluated at four, six, and six-month intervals. Both the amount of activity and the pain after the injection were noted. Based on the level of activity and pain at the conclusion of the sixth month, the final result was rated in three categories: excellent, very good, and poor. RESULTS The result for PRP group for partial thickness rotator cuff tear at 4 weeks , 6 weeks and six months follow up. CONCLUSION We came to the conclusion that PRP injection in partial thickness rotator cuff tear provides pain relief and prolonged relief, at 4 weeks, 6 weeks and 6 months of follow-up. KEYWORDS: Visual Analogue Scale, Platelet Rich Plasma, Partial thickness rotator cuff tear