The Efficacy and Safety of Orthobiologic Treatments for Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome: A Comprehensive Scoping Review.

OBJECTIVES

This scoping review aims to evaluate the safety and efficacy of orthobiologics in the treatment of Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS), with a focus on pain relief, functional improvement, and quality of life.

METHODS

We conducted a comprehensive search of PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, Scopus, Google Scholar, and CINAHL for studies published from January 1, 2000, to March 20, 2024. Eligible studies included case series, cohort studies, case-control studies, and randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that investigated the use of orthobiologics for GTPS. The primary outcomes assessed were pain, function, and quality of life. The quality of the studies was evaluated using the JADAD scale, the Cochrane Risk of Bias Tool, and the MINORS score.

RESULTS

The review included 19 studies involving a total of 811 participants. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) was found to significantly reduce pain, as measured by the VAS scores, and to improve functional outcomes including the modified Harris Hip Score (mHHS) and the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) scores. These findings suggest that PRP may be an effective treatment for GTPS. The studies reported minimal side effects that were generally mild and transient.

CONCLUSION

PRP and other orthobiologic treatments show promise in managing GTPS, showing good safety profiles and potential benefits. However, further high-quality RCTs are necessary to confirm long-term efficacy and to establish standardized treatment protocols.