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Thinking of using peptides for recovery, not sure where to

Firstly - any intra-articular injection increases your risk of introducing bacteria into the joint. Secondly, peptide injections have shown NO benefit and INCREASE potential harm for ACL injuries. So why would you do it if it has no benefit and increases risk? Also the $$$would be better spent on Physio.

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Study findings do not automatically establish clinical benefit, safety, dosing, or suitability for an individual.

Firstly - any intra-articular injection increases your risk of introducing bacteria into the joint.

Secondly, peptide injections have shown NO benefit and INCREASE potential harm for ACL injuries.

So why would you do it if it has no benefit and increases risk?

Also the $$$would be better spent on Physio.

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