PRP injection versus hyaluronic acid shots for knee arthritis
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a platelet-rich plasma (PRP) shot works better than a standard hyaluronic acid (“gel”) injection to reduce knee osteoarthritis pain. It may help people with ongoing knee pain choose the treatment that relieves symptoms more effectively.
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Who can take part
- You can sign consent and complete study visits
- You have knee pain for more than 3 months
- Your knee arthritis is moderate (X-ray grade 2–3) and you can get needed X-ray images
- Your pain score is at least 40/100 on a pain scale (VAS)
- Your blood tests are normal, including platelets, CRP, and ESR
- You are willing/able to stop certain medicines around the blood draw and injection timing
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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