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Platelet-rich plasma and stem cell therapies for spondylosis: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials.

European spine journal : official publication of the European Spine Society, the European Spinal Deformity Society, and the European Section of the Cervical Spine Research Society·May 16, 2026·PMID 42141193

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Regenerative biologics are increasingly used for spinal pain despite inconsistent evidence. This review clarifies which preparations and indications have RCT support, helping specialists select appropriate therapies and counsel patients on expected outcomes.

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