ULTRASOUND
WHAT IS ULTRASOUND?
Ultrasound is a type of therapy that uses ultrasound waves for therapeutic benefit. Ultrasound allows for the tissue beneath the skin to be stimulated using high frequency sound waves- these sound waves cannot be heard by humans.
The evidence for ultrasound varies and each person responds differently to treatment.
HOW IS ULTRASOUND USED?
Ultrasound is applied using an applicator or transducer in direct contact with the patients skin. Gel reduces friction and helps with the transmission of the ultrasound waves.
WHAT TYPES OF CONDITIONS CAN ULTRASOUND TREAT?
There are many different conditions that ultrasound treatment can help with and any tissue that is injured can be treated with ultrasound. Ultrasound is often used alongside other physiotherapy treatment methods such as exercises.
Your physiotherapist will fully assess you to determine what is causing your symptoms and the best way to treat those symptoms. You will be provided with a tailored treatment programme which may include ultrasound.
Examples of conditions treated with ultrasound:
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF ULTRASOUND?
There are 3 main benefits of ultrasound therapy:
Thermal effects occur as the sound waves are absorbed and these include increased blood flow, increased cell metabolism, and increased extensibility of connective tissue.
WHEN SHOULD ULTRASOUND BE AVOIDED?
Ultrasound is generally a very safe treatment when used correctly however there are some circumstances where it shouldnt be used.
Ultrasound shouldn’t be used in these circumstances:
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