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Ultrasound treatment.(Provides heat to deep tissues)
- Article from:
- Clinical Reference Systems
- Article date:
- January 1, 2006
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What is ultrasound treatment?
Ultrasound is a type of treatment that provides heat to deep tissues. A special machine is used that sends out sound waves at a high frequency. These sound waves are too high to be heard by human ears. A piece of equipment called a transducer sends out these sound waves into your skin. The sound waves generate heat as they go deep into your muscles and soft tissue. The deep heat causes changes in the injured tissue and helps it heal.
When is ultrasound used?
Ultrasound treatment is used for chronic muscle, overuse, and soft tissue injuries. It is used on deep soft tissue, muscle bruises, and scar tissue. Often it ...