Therapeutic Ultrasound
Therapeutic Ultrasound
If you’re dealing with a soft tissue injury, chronic joint inflammation, connective tissue strain, or painful scar tissue buildup, therapeutic ultrasound may offer the relief you need. At Celtic Chiropractic & Injury Clinic, we use ultrasound therapy as part of a comprehensive treatment plan to help alleviate pain, reduce stiffness, and address musculoskeletal limitations. Combined with chiropractic care and other non-invasive techniques, therapeutic ultrasound can promote healing and improve your quality of life. Explore this safe, drug-free treatment option to support your recovery and return to a more active, comfortable lifestyle.
What Is Therapeutic Ultrasound?
Therapeutic ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves—beyond the range of human hearing—to promote healing in damaged tissues. While diagnostic ultrasound is used for imaging, therapeutic ultrasound operates at different frequencies, typically 1MHz or 3MHz, to produce therapeutic effects.
When ultrasound waves penetrate the body’s tissues, they stimulate a variety of beneficial changes. These sound waves increase blood flow to the treatment area, which helps relax tissues and accelerate healing. Additionally, ultrasound therapy promotes the movement of fluids between cells (a process called “streaming”), enhancing tissue flexibility and reducing stiffness. It also improves the flexibility of collagen, which is a key component of scar tissue, helping to restore comfortable and unrestricted movement.
Conditions Treated by Therapeutic Ultrasound
Therapeutic ultrasound is highly effective for both acute injuries and chronic pain conditions. Chiropractors, physical therapists, and other healthcare practitioners use it to treat a wide range of issues, including:
- Osteoarthritis
- Bursitis
- Tendinitis
- Plantar fasciitis
- Muscle strains
- Ligament sprains
- Wrist pain
- Running injuries
- Adhesions (scar tissue that restricts movement)
Therapeutic Ultrasound as Part of Your Chiropractic Care
As part of your chiropractic treatment plan, Dr. Peterson may recommend therapeutic ultrasound to help address neuromusculoskeletal issues that affect your nerves, muscles, and joints. This treatment can help release adhesions, reduce inflammation, and improve your body’s ability to respond to chiropractic adjustments.
When used in conjunction with chiropractic care, massage therapy, corrective exercises, and other treatments, ultrasound can enhance your recovery, improve pain management, and even increase your pain threshold. It helps your tissues heal faster and function more effectively, providing you with long-lasting relief.
Therapeutic ultrasound is generally safe for most individuals, but may not be recommended for pregnant women, those with malignant tumors, or certain other conditions.
Discover If Therapeutic Ultrasound Is Right for You
Want to learn more about how therapeutic ultrasound can support your recovery? Contact our team at Celtic Chiropractic & Injury Clinic today at (727) 314-2663 to schedule an evaluation and discuss your treatment options!
Discover the path to a healthier, pain-free life by scheduling an appointment with Celtic Chiropractic & Injury Clinic today! Our dedicated team is ready to provide you with the highest standard of care in a warm and welcoming environment. Whether you're dealing with back pain, knee pain, or recovering from an auto injury, our comprehensive services are designed to meet your unique needs.