What is physical therapy ultrasound?
Ultrasound therapy is the use of ultrasound waves to relieve muscle tension, alleviate pain and increase blood flow to an area affected by an injury or recent surgery. It is often incorporated into a program of exercise therapy in order to speed the rate of recovery. How does physical therapy ultrasound benefit an injury? Ultrasound therapy reduces inflammation and relieves pain, as well as warming the muscles for regular exercise. By combining ultrasound with a conventional exercise physical therapy program, health care workers are able to speed the rate of recovery for older patients. Who is eligible for physical therapy ultrasound? Nearly anyone who participates in physical therapy can benefit from ulstrasound treatments. The ultrasound is painless, relaxing, and speeds healing, making it ideal for older patients who are experiencing muscle soreness and stiffness of the joints, as well as inflammation and joint pain. How does physical therapy ultrasound work? When a patient arrives
