Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Platelet rich plasma injections to ease joint pain in cats
By Huntingford, Janice et al.·Published in Frontiers in veterinary science·2024·Essex Animal Hospital, Canada·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: The use of platelet rich plasma in the treatment of degenerative joint disease in cats: an exploratory case series.
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Plain-English summary
A group of six domestic cats with degenerative joint disease (DJD) received injections of their own platelet-rich plasma (PRP) directly into their joints to help manage pain and improve movement. Owners and veterinarians assessed the cats' pain levels and joint function before treatment and again at two weeks, four weeks, and six weeks after the injections. The results showed significant improvements in both owner-reported and veterinarian-assessed pain scores, indicating that the cats experienced less pain and better joint function after the treatment. This suggests that PRP therapy could be a promising option for treating joint issues in cats.
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Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the effectiveness of intra-articular autologous Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) in managing Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD) in cats. DESIGN: Prospective pilot clinical trial. METHODS: Six domestic cats with clinically and radiographically diagnosed DJD received intra-articular injections of autologous PRP. Clinical assessments pre and post intra-articular injections were conducted using the Feline Musculoskeletal Pain Index (FMPI, owner assessed) and Visual Analog Scale (VAS, clinician assessed) at baseline, Day 14, Day 28, and Day 42-45. RESULTS: Significant improvements were noted in both FMPI and VAS scores at the end of the study period, indicating enhanced joint function and reduced pain. CONCLUSION AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE: The study suggests the potential of PRP therapy as a safe and effective treatment for feline DJD, warranting further research with larger cohorts and longer follow-up to establish comprehensive treatment guidelines.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38863451/