I have been batteling Medial Epicondylitis for over 2 months. Tried Cortisone, PT, rest, but nothing has helped. Today I got Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy done in hopes that this will finally solve the problem so I can get back to training for next years tri season. Anyone else had this done on their elbow? If so what are your experiences good or bad?
Since your elbow is already full of plasma and platelets … why would you expect injecting more into it would change anything??? 
Dave
I had PRP almost 2 years ago for my Achilles. It definitely improved my condition, but did not fully heal it. That said, I also had other issues which compromised my recovery from the procedure (blood clot in my calf, but had nothing to do with the procedure).
The good thing is that there is no down side to PRP. You are just injecting “you” into you.
Good luck! Hope it helps.
I have had this done twice. Once for my Planter Facitis and once for my ruptured hamstring. The foot problem cleared up quickly after having PF for 18 months and the hamstring is about 75% better. I can run flats fine, but hills hurt the area. PRPs have been used by vets for several years with amazing results; it’s a shame that insurance won’t cover this procedure.
I had it done on a ligament in my foot. (Issue due to Morton’s Syndrome.) It took a series of 3 injections to get back to being able to run, but it did eventually get there. I’ve run up to 60mpw. The only thing I need to be wary of is that my shoes have sufficient cushioning. And, FWIW, my insurance did cover it.
I just had knee surgery 2 weeks ago and asked my surgeon about them… he said he does them all the time, but the jury is still out on whether or not they are really effective… I forget what magazine I read it in, but there was an article in it about the PRP therapy, that’s why I asked. The article really pumped it up as something that really works well…and he kind of shrugged it off as if it hasn’t been around long enough for studies to be reliable
There have not been any significant studies done that show they are effective. To date, all the evidence is anecdotal or based on smaller groups. Hence one of the reasons why insurance does not cover the procedures for many…