Pain practice : the official journal of World Institute of Pain
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
A Prospective Study Comparing Platelet-Rich Plasma and LA/Corticosteroid in Intra-Articular Injection for the Treatment of Lumbar Facet Joint Syndrome.
To compare the effectiveness and safety between autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and Local Anesthetic (LA)/corticosteroid in intra-articular injection for the treatment of lumbar facet joint syndrome. ⋯ Both autologous PRP and LA/corticosteroid for intra-articular injection are effective, easy, and safe enough in the treatment of lumbar facet joint syndrome. However, autologous PRP is a superior treatment option for longer duration efficacy.