What is ultrasound therapy?
Ultrasound therapy is a specialized method of physical therapy that uses mechanical energy to promote the healing process. It can manage or relieve pain, treat injuries, and enhance your ability to perform daily activities. If you are experiencing pain or have suffered a recent injury, ultrasound treatments may benefit you. Contact Integrative Physio Approach today to learn more about our ultrasound services and how they can aid in your recovery process.
What does ultrasound treat?
Ultrasound treatments are versatile and can address a wide variety of conditions. Some common conditions that ultrasound helps treat include, but are not limited to:
Arthritis
Bursitis
Tendinitis
Frozen shoulder
Muscle spasms
Fractures
Sprains, strains, and tears
Ultrasound treatments help relieve pain, increase blood flow, reduce swelling and inflammation, and promote tissue healing. By doing so, they can successfully treat and reduce the painful symptoms of multiple conditions.
How does ultrasound work?
Ultrasound treatments use sound waves to treat conditions affecting muscles, ligaments, and bones by creating vibrations that generate heat. When tissues vibrate, friction is produced at the molecular level, increasing the temperature of the tissues. Unlike heating packs, ultrasound technology can reach deeper tissues.
During an ultrasound treatment, our physical therapists will apply a generous amount of gel on the surface of the ultrasound applicator to minimize friction and promote the transmission of sound waves. These waves are then absorbed by your tendons, ligaments, and connective tissues.
What happens in the body during an ultrasound treatment?
Ultrasound works in two main ways to heal and repair damaged tissues in the body: thermal and non-thermal benefits.
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Heat enters your deep tissues during an ultrasound treatment, helping to reduce pain, increase blood circulation, and allow for easier stretching of muscles. The thermal energy produced during your ultrasound treatment can also loosen tight muscles and tendons.
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Ultrasound technology can also work in ways unrelated to its transfer of heat. Energy entering the body during an ultrasound treatment creates tiny gas bubbles that gather around the tissues. These bubbles expand and contract rapidly, a process known as cavitation. This can help repair damaged tissue, such as scar tissue or cellulite, and loosen muscles.
How do I know If ultrasound therapy will work for me?
At Integrative Physio Approach, our highly trained physical therapists will design a treatment plan tailored to your specific needs, which may include ultrasound treatments depending on the nature of your condition and symptoms.
During your initial appointment, a physical therapist will conduct a physical exam to diagnose your condition and determine the best treatment approach. Your treatment plan will also consider your medical history and any additional health restrictions you may have.
If you are suffering from pain, don’t wait any longer. Contact Integrative Physio Approach today to schedule your appointment. We are dedicated to helping you achieve optimal physical function and live a pain-free life!