Lindsay Vonn Gold Medal Olympic Downhill Whistler 2010

 

Linsday Vonn won the Gold Medal in the Olympic Downhill yesterday at Whistler.  Given the severity of her injury the performance was amazing.  I do not know any of the details of how she has been treated but kudos to her treating providers.  I still believe she should have been able to use platelet rich plasma as a means of treating her deep muscle bruise.  However she recovered and competed, she will now forever be known as an Olympic Champion.  

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Therapeutic Use Exemption for PRP in Muscle Injuries

It has been unclear in the media and in the literature if the World Anti-Doping Agency has banned platelet rich plasma for intramuscular injection.  There is a need to better understand their position.

Via BloodCure sources, we have definitely determined that PRP is LEGAL to be used via the intramuscular route with a therapeutic use exemption, also known as a TUE.  To my knowledge there is NO data suggesting PRP is anabolic for skeletal muscle injuries in humans.  If there is any specific data out there please post it here.

Athletes of all kinds need to know PRP may be an option for them if they apply for the appropriate exemption.  As always, check with the governing body of your chosen sport and consult with your physicians to best determine if it is appropriate.

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