Telomeres are protective caps at the ends of chromosomes that shorten during cellular replication
It protects mitochondria from the damage that accumulates over time
A lack of standardized data across different stages of OA and limited healthcare resources further restrict broad implementation
Every section is grounded in published scientific research and framed in the context of controlled laboratory investigation
Last reviewed: May 31, 2026 Last updated: May 31, 2026 Written by: Jay Hastings, CEO of PlexusDx Jay Hastings is the CEO of PlexusDx, a precision health company focused on genetic testing, blood biomarker insights, and personalized wellness recommendations
Compared to peptide injections, PRP has been extensively studied in clinical settings and has demonstrated efficacy in various musculoskeletal conditions: Tendinopathy: A meta-analysis of RCTs concluded that PRP injections significantly improve pain and function in patients with chronic tendinopathies, particularly lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) and patellar tendinopathy (PMID: 21200169)
