Ultrasound for Pain Therapy
Ultrasound is a versatile medical tool. In many circumstances, it is used as a diagnostic tool, such as in pregnancy. However, chiropractors use ultrasound for a different purpose. It is used as a therapy for pain relief. Bruceton Mills chiropractor Dr. Steven Lint uses ultrasound to help his patients get on with their daily activities.
How Does Ultrasound Work?
Ultrasound uses a wand-like device to deliver sound waves into your body. They can go several inches deep into your body. The human ear cannot detect these sound waves. Your body absorbs them and produces heat. The entire treatment time is about five minutes.
Ultrasound does many other things. It increases blood flow and relaxes tissues. If you have scars, ultrasound can reduce their appearance.
How is Ultrasound Used?
Because ultrasound waves are absorbed by the soft tissues in the body, they are useful for healing sprains and strains. They can help heal both acute and chronic conditions. Ultrasound can also be used for delivering medicine. If you put a topical ointment - like Cortisone or Neosporin - on your skin, ultrasound can deliver it beyond the skin's surface. The medicine can help heal deep tissue wounds without pills or injections. In some cases, chiropractors may use ultrasound to diagnose fractures because ultrasound on a broken bone can cause severe pain.
Speed Up Your Healing Today
If you're in pain, don't resort to surgery. Try ultrasound to relieve your muscle and joint aches. For more information, contact Bruceton Mills chiropractor Dr. Steven Lint at (304) 379-7000 or visit us at www.brucetonwellness.com
