Exercise and PRP promising for shoulder pain in wheelchair users with spinal cord injury

(Kessler Foundation) " Conservative treatments that provide alternatives to surgery are needed for wheelchair users with spinal cord injury who have recalcitrant shoulder pain. Injection of PRP (platelet-rich plasma), which may promote healing of the injured tendon, combined with a graduated home-based exercise program, is a potential option for these individuals. Based on our pilot study, a larger randomized controlled trial is warranted. "
Source: EurekAlert! - Biology - Category: Biology Source Type: news