Publications by authors named "Kai-Kit Siu"
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is widely utilized in the treatment of sports injuries. However, potential systemic effects after localized PRP injection are unclear at present. In this prospective randomized study, 24 Taiwanese male athletes with tendinopathy were randomized into a PRP group (n = 13) or a saline group (n = 11).
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- The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a single session of extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) for treating rotator cuff lesions accompanied by shoulder stiffness in 37 patients.
- Participants were divided into a shockwave treatment group and a sham treatment group, with various metrics such as pain levels and shoulder mobility assessed before and after the treatment.
- Results showed that the ESWT group experienced significant improvements in pain, muscle strength, and range of motion at 6 and 12 months post-treatment, suggesting that ESWT could be a beneficial supplementary treatment option for these patients.