ULTRASOUND THERAPY
This is a close-up of  the applicator head of an ultrasound
machine like we use in our office. The ultrasound waves are
generated by the quartz crystal vibrating at one million cycles
per second, and are then transmitted into the painful tissues
thru a coupling gel on the patient’s skin. The patient only feels
a mild warmth that really feels good to inflamed tissues like
arthritis or bursitis. The therapist will apply a little gel to the
skin and place the head of the ultrasound machine on the skin.
Usually it will be moved in small circles. Treatment time can
vary according to the injury but is usually about a few minutes.
                     Therapeutic ultrasound has been used in the treatment of                
                         musculoskeletal injuries and conditions for years, primarily          
                       because it effectively promotes healing in the injured tissue and      
                   helps reduce pain. Its ability to penetrate deeper than other               
                    heat-based modalities facilitates a beneficial effect on deep muscle
tissue. Unique capabilities make it a valuable option as a therapeutic treatment
for a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, such as tendonitis, muscle
spasms, bursitis, fasciitis, edema, sprains, contractures, and adhesions. Its
beneficial healing effects, pain reduction, and versatility often make ultrasound
therapy the treatment of choice for many musculoskeletal conditions.