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Ultrasound in Musculoskeletal conditions – Diagnosis and Therapy

Ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to produce real-time images of muscles, tendons, ligaments, and other soft tissues. In musculoskeletal therapy, its applications are diverse and offer numerous modalities like CT scans and MRI scans.

BENEFITS OF DIAGNOSIS USING ULTRASOUND

One of the main benefits of ultrasound in musculoskeletal therapy is that it provides quick and accurate diagnosis. Due to the portability of ultrasound, clinicians can visualise structures dynamically and observe changes in real-time to the tissue. Furthermore, the use of ultrasound does not expose patients to potentially harmful radiation exposure.

Ultrasound is useful for a variety of different sports injuries and other conditions including:

          • Rotator cuff tears
          • Achilles tendon ruptures
          • Tendonitis
          • Frozen shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)
          • Lower back pain

In sports medicine, ultrasound can be used proactively for pre-season screening. By examining soft tissues for signs of weakness or inflammation, healthcare professionals can spot potential issues before they progress.

USES IN MUSCOKELETAL THERAPY 

One of the main advantages of ultrasound in musculoskeletal conditions is its capability to guide interventions.

Ultrasound-Guided Soft Tissue Injections

Ultrasound allows clinicians to visualise the affected area in detail. Healthcare providers can then ensure accurate needle placement for injection of a variety of medications including corticosteroids for inflammation. This improves the safety of these procedures and reduces the chance of unwanted side effects.

Ultrasound-Guided Spinal Injections

Krida is one of the few clinics that offer ultrasound-guided spinal injections for chronic lower back pain. Ultrasound allows our consultant to visualise the correct area before injecting medication such as corticosteroid.

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