Difference between Dry needling vs PRP Injection for Achilles Tendinosis

Achilles tendinosis is one of the worst injuries you can get as an injured runner.  It is chronic, it's hard to get rid of, and the tendon feels noticeably different. 

The tendon gets thicker and it becomes constantly painful. Every time you run on it, you may worry that it might rupture or rip apart.

There are lots of different ways to treat Achilles tendinosis. Two of those options are PRP or platelet-rich plasma injection or a procedure called "dry needling." 

Yesterday in a live Runner's Aid Station call, an injured runner asked me to explain the specific differences between these two treatments. I thought it might be helpful to try to explain it to you the way I explained it during that call.

What's the difference between dry needling and PRP injection when you have Achilles tendinosis and you're a runner? 

Well, that's what we're going to talk about today on the Doc On The Run Podcast.