Does PRP really work better than cortisone for tennis elbow?

Yes. In a randomised trial, 0% of PRP patients required surgery vs 20% who received physiotherapy alone: and the effect was sustained over 24 months. Cortisone provides fast but short-lived relief and can weaken the tendon with repeated use.

How many treatments are needed?

Most patients recover after 1–2 PRP treatments at 2–4 week intervals. In very chronic cases a third treatment may be needed.

When can I resume training?

Heavy gripping and lifting should be paused for about 2 weeks after injection. Rehab exercises start after a few days and are gradually progressed. Full return to loaded activity within 6–12 weeks.

Can I work after the treatment?

Yes, light work. Office and light work is fine straight away. Avoid heavy grips, clamping tools and long computer sessions for at least a week. We tailor advice to your specific occupational load.

What does treatment cost?

PRP treatment for tennis elbow starts from 4,000 SEK, including ultrasound-guided injection. An examination with a licensed physiotherapist is always included before treatment.

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Tennis elbow: PRP treatment that heals the tendon

Chronic pain on the outside of the elbow that won't ease despite rehab?

PRP heals the degenerated tendon and, in randomised trials, produced 0% surgical need vs 20% after physiotherapy alone.

Medically reviewed by Johan Hedevåg, MD

Ultrasound diagnosis1,000+ treatmentsNo referral required

Ultrasound-guided PRP injection for lateral epicondylitis when cortisone and physiotherapy haven't been enough.

Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is chronic tendon involvement on the outside of the elbow, often from repetitive gripping. With ultrasound-guided PRP treatment the tendon heals structurally: not just symptomatically.

required surgery after PRP

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20%

required surgery after physiotherapy alone

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~73%

achieved treatment success at 1 year vs 49% with cortisone (Peerbooms 2010 RCT)

PMID 20448192

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How it works

Single visit (~45 min)
1. 01Ultrasound examination & diagnosis~15 min
  A licensed physiotherapist locates the tendon insertion at the lateral epicondyle with diagnostic ultrasound, assesses the degree of tendinosis and confirms the treatment plan.
2. 02Ultrasound-guided PRP injection~30 min
  A blood sample is centrifuged and the platelet-rich plasma is injected with millimetre precision directly into the affected tendon insertion under ultrasound guidance.
03Structured rehab & follow-up6–12 wk
Progressive eccentric training of the wrist extensors, ergonomic adjustments and follow-up to ensure full return to loading.

What is tennis elbow?

Tennis elbow is a chronic overuse injury of the tendon attachment on the outside of the elbow. Despite the name, it more often affects people with repetitive computer work, tradespeople or those who lift a lot. Pain occurs with gripping and can be disabling. Standard treatment, rest, cortisone, physiotherapy, often only provides temporary relief in chronic cases.

How we treat tennis elbow

After examination with diagnostic ultrasound we map the state of the tendon. Ultrasound-guided PRP injection is placed with precision into the degenerated tendon area and stimulates structural healing. Treatment is combined with progressive eccentric exercise for optimal results. Most patients notice clear improvement within 6–12 weeks.

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