When Is PRP Injection Recommended for Tendinopathy?

Tendinopathy is a tendon disorder linked with changes in tendon structure and its ability to tolerate load. It can affect the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee or ankle. Pain, stiffness and reduced strength do not identify the tendon on their own, so an examination considers the exact site, movement pattern, training or work demands and possible nerve or joint causes. PRP is prepared from your blood and injected near the selected tendon. It may be an adjunct to rehabilitation, not a standalone cure.

Before considering PRP, identify the tendon involved and review how symptoms respond to rest, altered loading and progressive strengthening. Tell the clinician about previous injections, medicines, bleeding problems and the activities you need to perform. Ask how long to protect the area after injection, when strengthening resumes and which outcome will be tracked. Explore [PRP Injection](/treatments/non-surgical-orthopedics/prp-injection/) for an overview of the treatment conversation.

Obtain prompt assessment after a sudden injury with a pop, a visible change in the tendon area, major bruising, marked weakness or inability to use the limb normally. Fever, spreading redness or rapidly increasing swelling also needs urgent review. These features can indicate a rupture, infection or another problem requiring a different treatment pathway.

Which tendon is involved and how was that confirmed? What load can I safely keep doing? What has the rehabilitation plan not yet addressed? What benefit would PRP add for my specific tendon? How will we respond if pain or function does not improve?