Platelet Rich Plasma vs. Corticosteroid Injection in the Treatment of Partial Rotator Cuff Tears
Status:
Terminated
Trial end date:
2014-05-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
The purpose of this study is to further define the optimal non-surgical treatment strategy
for partial thickness rotator cuff tears. The specific aim of this study is to determine the
outcomes of treatment of partial thickness rotator cuff tears with corticosteroid or platelet
rich plasma (PRP). Subjects with partial thickness rotator cuff tears will be randomized to
receive an injection of PRP or corticosteroid. Shoulder function and tendon healing will be
evaluated using the patient surveys as well as ultrasound. Subjects will be followed for one
year to determine the outcomes for each treatment. The hypothesis is that there is no
difference in healing rate or functional outcomes in patients treated with corticosteroid
injections vs. PRP injections for the treatment of partial thickness rotator cuff tears.