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Date of Graduation
12-13-2025
Semester of Graduation
Fall
Course Instructor
Laura Tice
Abstract
Objective: Assess the ability of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections to perform better than steroid injections in a population refractory to conservative treatment. Design: Systematic literature review. Methods: Searches were done in PubMed and Scopus, utilizing the terms platelet-rich plasma, steroid injection, and plantar fasciitis. The following limits and terms were used: published in the last 5 years, randomized control trial, used both VAS scale and AOFAS scale. Results: All 3 studies demonstrated that PRP injections allowed more pain reduction and improved stability when compared to steroid injections. Conclusion: PRP injections offer a well-tolerated, minimally invasive procedure for patients refractory to conservative treatment. PRP provides more sustained relief and improved instability than a steroid injection. Cost-effectiveness, long-term effects, and long-term benefits need further study.
Recommended Citation
Ampaty L, Nangle B. The Effect of Platelet Rich Plasma Injection vs. Steroid Injection on Plantar Fasciitis. Published online 2025.
