Ankle Osteoarthritis

Effect of electroacupuncture for early ankle osteoarthritis: A randomized controlled trial using three-dimensional gait analysis

J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2025 May;38(3):593-604. doi: 10.1177/10538127241308216. Epub 2025 Feb 11. Cai Jiang PMID: 39973276 PMCID: PMC12231828 DOI: 10.1177/10538127241308216 Abstract Background Ankle osteoarthritis (AOA) is a prevalent condition that affects joint function, often leading to pain, inflammation, and impaired mobility, significantly impacting patients’ quality of life. Objective This study explores the effects of electroacupuncture […]

Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma Injections vs Placebo on Ankle Symptoms and Function in Patients With Ankle Osteoarthritis

October 26, 2021 A Randomized Clinical Trial Liam D. A. Paget, MD JAMA. 2021;326(16):1595-1605. doi:10.1001/jama.2021.16602 Key Points Question  Do intra-articular platelet-rich plasma injections improve ankle symptoms and function in patients with ankle osteoarthritis? Findings  In this randomized clinical trial that included 100 patients, treatment with 2 intra-articular platelet-rich plasma injections vs placebo injections with saline resulted in […]