Ultrasound therapy::

                            Ultrasound therapy::

     

Ultrasound therapy is an electrotherapy which has been used in physiotherapy practices for many years. It is mainly used for its non-thermal effect where high frequency sound waves cause vibrations and movement of cellular fluids.

Proposed benefits of ultrasound therapy include improving the healing rate of certain soft tissues.

Common Injuries Treated With Ultrasound::

• Bursitis
• Tendinitis
• Muscle Strain and tears
• Osteoarthritis
• Ligament and tendon injuries

How it works?

A small amount of gel will be applied to the body part to be treated. A transducer (sound head) which is attached to the ultrasound machine will be placed onto the gel and moved in small circles by the physiotherapist. The physiotherapist will set the machine to deliver the appropriate depth and intensity of sound wave required.

You will most likely not feel anything happening throughout the ultrasound treatment. If you do experience discomfort or pain let your physiotherapist know immediately.

How safe is it?

Ultrasound therapy is a safe and innocuous treatment technique. However there are situations when ultrasound therapy is not appropriate. Your qualified physiotherapist will ensure that it is an appropriate technique for you and discuss it with you.

Contraindication:

Certain examples where it would definitely not be used are; over body parts with cancer, in pregnant women and in children.

Indication::

Studies have shown that ultrasound therapy can improve symptoms and healing in various soft tissue conditions.