Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy: PRP in Raleigh & Cary, NC

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For patients in Raleigh and Cary, NC dealing with hamstring tendon injuries, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) may be considered when symptoms persist despite appropriate conservative care. PRP uses a concentrated preparation of the patient's own platelets and is intended to deliver growth factors to an injured or degenerative area. At Carolina Nonsurgical Orthopedics, treatment decisions are individualized after a musculoskeletal evaluation, and injections are performed with ultrasound guidance when appropriate to improve anatomic accuracy. PRP is not the right treatment for every patient or every diagnosis, but it can be an important nonsurgical option to discuss before considering more invasive procedures. Our Raleigh and Cary offices evaluate patients throughout the Triangle for regenerative and nonsurgical orthopedic treatment options.

Understanding Hamstring Tendinopathy

Proximal hamstring tendinopathy typically causes deep pain near the sitting bone and may worsen with running, hinging, prolonged sitting, or acceleration. Chronic hamstring tendon problems can persist because the tendon is repeatedly loaded during everyday activity and athletics.

PRP and Nonsurgical Treatment for Hamstring Tendinopathy in Raleigh & Cary

PRP is one nonsurgical option considered for chronic hamstring tendinopathy that has not responded adequately to rehabilitation. Ultrasound guidance allows the abnormal hamstring tendon origin to be visualized and treated accurately while avoiding nearby structures.

Patients with hamstring tendinopathy do not all need the same treatment. The goal is to identify the painful structure, understand how severe the condition is, and choose the least invasive option likely to restore function. For patients considering PRP in Raleigh or Cary, an individualized evaluation can help determine whether PRP, rehabilitation, shockwave therapy, another injection option, or a combination approach makes the most sense.