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CLINICAL FOCUS: Rheumatology, Pain Management and Concussion Guidelines Review

Efficacy of platelet-rich plasma injections in pain associated with chronic tendinopathy: A systematic review

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Pages 253-261 | Received 13 Apr 2014, Accepted 14 Jul 2014, Published online: 20 Jan 2015

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