According to doctor Rajpal Brar, Tottenham defender Emerson Royal faces long-term injury risks despite PRP treatment
The injury specialist reacted to a report by Brazilian media Globo Esporte on March 26, according to which he had been suffering from patellar tendon problems for more than a year
It is understood that he has not yet fully recovered from his injuries, but when alternative treatments were tried, the results were positive
Discussing the progress of Royal’s injury exclusively with Tottenham News, physiotherapist and sports scientist Dr Brar said: “Reports say he is still not fully recovered from injury he suffered last year and is looking to try a different form of treatment
“Based on the description, he is most likely being treated with PRP or platelet-rich plasma, which are becoming increasingly popular at the elite level and among the general population
“There may be long-term concern if the problem continues to get worse
“The Club will ensure best practices are followed following PRP injection to allow for wound healing
” Tottenham hope Emerson has no long-term injury problems The fact that this is a commonly used treatment suggests the risks may not be too high
However, if he suffers a setback, it could be a sign that he is not yet fully recovered, so the club will play on its own terms
The left-back is not among the first names on Ange Postecoglou’s squad list, but he is a key option as a back-up due to his ability to play at centre-back
The 25-year-old has not played for Spurs in over a month, with his last appearance coming in the 3-1 win over Crystal Palace on March 2
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