Ultrasound Treatment is a form of deep heat therapy created by sound waves that is used in conjunction with chiropractic care. When applied to soft tissue, the sound waves are a form of micro-massage that help reduce swelling, increase blood flow, and decrease pain, stiffness, and relax muscle spasms. These vibrations and heat also help break down and disperse unhealthy calcium and other hard tissue accumulations.
When ultrasound is administered, most patients feel nothing, or a pleasant and relaxing sensation below the surface of the skin. The gel used to conduct the sound waves is at room temperature and may momentarily feel cool to the skin when it is initially applied.
Benefits
- Highly effective in treating calcium deposition
- Stimulates healing without irritation
- Improves blood flow
- Reduces nerve root irritation
- Enhances the body's natural healing ability