Ultrasound
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What is Therapeutic Ultrasound?
The ultrasound probe emits sound waves which penetrate the skin and vibrate cells very quickly. This vibration generates heat in the same way shivering generates heat. The sound waves also create a "micro-massage" effect that stimulates tissue repair. How does Therapeutic Ultrasound work? The vibrations created by ultrasound waves penetrate tissues to generate local heat up to 5cm deep, compared to approximately 1 cm with a topical heat pack. |
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Warming tissues helps to:
Low intensity ultrasound increases the production of enzymes. Increasing enzymes helps to aid in the production of new blood vessels, and speed healing of damaged muscle and connective tissue
When is Therapeutic Ultrasound recommended?
- Increase blood flow bringing essential nutrients for healing
- Conduct nerve signals to relieve pain
- Stretch tissues more comfortably and break up scar tissue that is impeding normal movement
Low intensity ultrasound increases the production of enzymes. Increasing enzymes helps to aid in the production of new blood vessels, and speed healing of damaged muscle and connective tissue
When is Therapeutic Ultrasound recommended?
- Muscle adhesions or contractures
- Muscle sprains or strains
- Damaged tendons