Ultrasound in Tustin
Therapeutic ultrasound can be very helpful for patients with adhesions (scar tissue) resulting from an accident or injury. Providing pain relief, this therapy also helps to promote the healing process so you can get back to doing the things you love.
Adhesions
Adhesions are the body’s way of protecting an injured area, but this scar tissue can harden and restrict motion, leading to more problems and future injury. So, addressing adhesions is important to healing and helping your body return to optimal function and mobility.
What Is It?
A handheld device directs high-frequency, inaudible sound waves into the damaged tissues. The soundwaves slowly break apart the adhesions while also increasing blood flow to the area to facilitate healing.
The therapy is not painful; most patients experience a soothing, warm sensation in the area being worked on.
Issues It Can Address
Based on your examination, Dr. Azizi will create a customized care plan to help address the underlying cause of your condition so your body can heal. He often recommends ultrasound for conditions such as:
- Calcific tendonitis
- Muscle injuries
- Muscle spasms
- Scar tissue management
- Tight muscles
In addition to breaking up the scar tissue, this therapy accelerates the healing process by increasing blood flow to the area, which reduces inflammation. It also promotes the release of endorphins, which are your body’s natural painkillers. Most patients experience some relief of pain after the first session.
What to Expect
You’ll receive your therapy as part of your chiropractic appointment. It takes about 15 minutes, and you can just sit back and relax while it’s happening. The wand must come in contact with your skin, so it’s important to wear appropriate clothing, such as shorts, tank tops, and loose-fitting garments.
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