Ultrasound Therapy
Ultrasound is a high-frequency audio wave.
It is produced by a piezoelectric crystal, which converts electricity into acoustics energy, through the mechanical deformation of the piezoelectric effect.
In physiotherapy, ultrasound is commonly used in combination with other forms of treatment including hot patches, cold patches, electrotherapy.
An important application of the ultrasound is phonophoresis.
Phonophoresis is a technique by which molecules of chemical preparations e.g. anti-inflammatory mainly and analgesics are driven deeper into phlegmatic tissues with the help of sound field forces.
Indications
Inflammatory joint conditions (e.g. arthritis, epicondylitis)
Muscle tissue injuries (e.g. muscle strain, muscle spasms)
Ligament and tendon injuries, especially after surgeries (e.g. tendonitis, sprains)
Fractures
Scar tissue after injuries or surgeries
Stiffness in joints
Advantages
Muscle relaxation
Analgesia
Improving blood circulation inside the muscle
Increase metabolism and muscle nutrition
Solution of adhesions and muscle spasms
Improving joint mobility
Increases the elasticity of soft tissues
