What Is Ultrasound Therapy?
Ultrasound therapy uses high-frequency sound waves delivered through a handheld wand to warm soft tissues and promote healing. At Spinal Connection Rehab & Wellness Center in North Miami Beach, it may be used as part of a rehabilitation-oriented care plan after an evaluation.
What ultrasound therapy involves
A provider moves a handheld ultrasound wand over the skin, delivering high-frequency sound waves into soft tissues. Mayo Clinic describes therapeutic ultrasound as a treatment that works by raising the temperature of a targeted area of body tissue to reduce pain and promote healing.
How it may be used
Ultrasound therapy is commonly used for musculoskeletal pain, strains, sprains, and improving range of motion. Research evidence on its effectiveness is mixed, so it is typically used as one part of a broader care plan rather than on its own.
Ultrasound therapy at the clinic
Ultrasound is one of several rehabilitation-oriented services available at the clinic. An evaluation can help determine whether it may be appropriate for your situation and how it may combine with other care.
Getting started
If you are interested in ultrasound therapy, the first step is an evaluation. Call Spinal Connection at (305) 757-5117 or request an appointment online.
Common questions
Is ultrasound therapy painful?
Ultrasound therapy is generally not painful. Your provider will explain what to expect during a session.
Is ultrasound therapy the same as diagnostic ultrasound?
No. Therapeutic ultrasound is used to deliver energy to tissues for treatment purposes, while diagnostic ultrasound is used to create images. They are different procedures.
Can ultrasound therapy help after an injury?
Ultrasound therapy may be used as part of rehabilitation after an injury when appropriate. An evaluation can help determine what is right for you.
