MUSCULOSKELETAL ULTRASOUND PRODUCES 3X THE RESOLUTION OF AN MRI
Usage of musculoskeletal ultrasound is a huge advantage for our patients in that it is both highly accurate as a diagnostic tool and timely in that results are immediately assessed.
What you probably know
Most people are familiar with ultrasound. Physical therapists apply therapeutic ultrasound to injured tissues and ultrasound is typically used to visualize unborn babies. Diagnostic ultrasound is closer to the type of ultrasound utilized during pregnancy.
What you probably do not know
Diagnostic ultrasonic waves produce an image resolution that is 3 times higher than Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI.) The ability to view these images in real time is unique compared to other imaging modalities, allowing our doctors to observe the dynamic movement of body structures. An additional benefit of diagnostic ultrasound is the ability for a patient to give real-time feedback, which is important if pain is experienced at the location of the ultrasound probe.
What you probably know
Most people are familiar with ultrasound. Physical therapists apply therapeutic ultrasound to injured tissues and ultrasound is typically used to visualize unborn babies. Diagnostic ultrasound is closer to the type of ultrasound utilized during pregnancy.
What you probably do not know
Diagnostic ultrasonic waves produce an image resolution that is 3 times higher than Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI.) The ability to view these images in real time is unique compared to other imaging modalities, allowing our doctors to observe the dynamic movement of body structures. An additional benefit of diagnostic ultrasound is the ability for a patient to give real-time feedback, which is important if pain is experienced at the location of the ultrasound probe.