Percutaneous Interventions for Injuries in Athletes: Implications on Return to Play

Semin Musculoskelet Radiol 2024; 28: 146-153 DOI: 10.1055/s-0043-1778026For nonsurgical musculoskeletal (MSK) injuries in athletes, image-guided percutaneous intervention may aid in recovery and decrease return to play (RTP) time. These interventions fall into two major categories: to reduce inflammation (and therefore alleviate pain) or to promote healing. This review describes the risks and benefits of the various percutaneous interventions in MSK athletic injury and surveys the literature regarding the implication of these interventions on RTP. [...] Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc. 333 Seventh Avenue, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10001, USAArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text

Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology - March 14, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: Varela-Margolles, Diana Milani, Ava Kamel, Sarah I. Tags: Review Article Source Type: research