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To summarize an NIH article, probably not. They did research on musculoskeletal disorders and found that use of ultrasonic therapy was only statistically significant in one of the disorders-- where they will do a further study. But, it's not with out some basis in fact. Ultrasonic shock waves are used to break up kidney stones-- so it does have an effect in some diseases. But, probably only those systems large enough to be in a major hospital.
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Treatment for calcification of the shoulder?
ice, physical therapy, ultrasound
What are the different types of ultrasound therapy?
chronic pain treatment is one of the different types of ultrasound therapy and you also have scar pain tissue and sprains and strains and myofoscial pain and also bursitus and phantom limb pain.
What exactly is ultrasound therapy?
A highly-regarded method for treating soft tissue injuries; it is also a general pain reliever. It is achieved through the use of high-frequency sound waves, which vibrate the surrounding tissue of the problem area.
Do doctors use ultrasound therapy?
Doctors use ultrasound technology as a tool to investigate and diagnose ailments and to assist during pre-natal care. It is not used by doctors as a therapy. Ultrasound therapy is offered by physiotherapists who use the technology to aid in healing painful joints and injuries.
Is Radiation therapy a local treatment?
Radiation therapy is a local treatment
Why ultrasound therapy is contraindicated in patients with cardiac pacemakers?
its not
Where can information be obtained about Sonic Relief?
Sonic Relief is an ultrasound device used in the treatment of pain therapy. Information regarding the device can be found on sites such as Amazon or Healing Well.
Can ultrasound therapy be effective in weight loss?
No, eat less!
What kinds of ailments can ultrasound therapy help with?
Ultrasound therapy can help with joint and muscle aches. It is often used by physical therapists to treat sprains and tendonitis caused by sports injuries.
If renal ultrasound is positive what will be the treatment?
none
Treatment of disease by various approaches?
therapy
What are some things that ultrasound therapy would be used for?
Ultrasound therapy is commonly used to check the heartbeat of a baby inside of a pregnant woman. It can also be used for finding tumors or other strange murmurs.
