Promote Healing & Pain Relief with
Ultrasound Therapy!
How You May Benefit From Ultrasound Therapy:
- Relieve acute or chronic pain in muscles, joints, and soft tissue
- Reduce soreness, stiffness, and tension in affected areas
- Break down scar tissue and adhesions to improve mobility
- Enhance blood flow and nutrient delivery for faster recovery
- Decrease inflammation and swelling in injured tissues
- Promote natural healing of ligaments, tendons, and muscles
- Increase tissue flexibility and range of motion
- Support post-injury and post-surgical rehabilitation
- Non-invasive, drug-free pain management option
- Help prevent re-injury by improving tissue health
What Can Ultrasound Therapy Treat?
Ultrasound therapy is a method of treatment commonly used during physical therapy. Its primary purpose is to apply deep heating to soft tissues in the body including muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints. It is important to understand that ultrasound therapy is not the same as diagnostic ultrasound, which is typically used to see inside the body like to check the fetus in a pregnant woman. With a light gel applied to the skin in order to reduce friction and promote the transmission of ultrasonic waves at an approximate frequency range of 0.8-3.0 Mhz., the soundwaves submit a vibration through the local tissues, which causes a heating effect. Moreover, ultrasound therapy promotes tissue relaxation, local blood flow, and scar tissue breakdown in the body to treat:
Neck Pain
Back Pain
Shoulder Pain
Knee Pain
Hip Pain
Tailbone Pain
Elbow Pain
Ankle Pain
Whiplash
Fibromyalgia
Osteoarthritis
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Spinal Stenosis
Facet Joint Syndrome
Spondylosis
Bone Spurs
Degenerative Disc Disease
Frozen Shoulder
Tennis/Golfer's Elbow
Carpal Tunnel
Plantar Fasciitis
Tendonitis
Ligamentitis
Bursitis
Sprains & Strains
Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
And Much More
How Ultrasound Therapy Works
Ultrasound therapy is implemented with an ultrasound machine that has an ultrasound transducer (sound head) attached. When a small amount of gel is applied to a particular body part, a physical therapist will slowly move the sound head in a small circular motion on the area. The settings for the ultrasound machine can be altered to control the intensity and depth of penetration of the ultrasound waves.
In situations where the heating effects undesirable, like with a fresh injury that produces acute inflammation, ultrasound therapy can be pulsed rather than continuously transmitted in order to reduce any discomfort the patient may feel. On the other hand, the intensity of the ultrasound may be increased during instances where breaking down scar tissue is the objective. Although breaking down scar tissue through ultrasound therapy may take a longer amount of time, the ultrasound treatment will normally take approximately 4-6 minutes, depending on the size and location of the area being treated.
If you are interested in ultrasound therapy, we can help determine if you are a good candidate for this therapy with a consultation at our Monroeville chiropractic center.
Ultrasound Therapy FAQs
What specific thermal versus mechanical effects occur during ultrasound treatment?
Therapeutic ultrasound generates both deep tissue heating and non-thermal microstreaming effects. The thermal component increases blood flow and tissue extensibility, while mechanical effects enhance cellular membrane permeability for healing.
How do treatment parameters differ for acute versus chronic conditions?
What specific musculoskeletal conditions respond well to ultrasound therapy?
How many ultrasound sessions typically comprise a treatment plan?
What safety protocols ensure proper ultrasound application?
How does ultrasound integrate with chiropractic adjustments?
Are there any restrictions for ultrasound therapy?
Are home-use ultrasound devices effective for continued care?
Best ultrasound therapy in Monroeville
I highly recommend this physical therapy office to anyone in need of care. The entire staff is incredibly friendly, welcoming, and professional. They take the time to get to know each patient on a first-name basis, which creates a warm and comfortable atmosphere from the moment you walk in. They truly make you feel valued and cared for throughout your treatment. If you're looking for a place that provides excellent care while making you feel like family, this is the place to go! *
miranda M. Monroeville, Pennsylvania
My hour visits on Thursdays are the best part of my week. I am well taken care of in spite of the "comedy" from some of the staff. Seriously, the care I receive is topnotch. My main concern is lower back pain and the "program" I am in has improved the problem. *
Charlotte R. Monroeville, Pennsylvania
I love everything! The expert recommendations for your individual condition are top-notch. Any questions you may have are answered professionally. The "bedside manner" is the best. The staff's humor is comforting even on you worst day. This is one of the best decisions I've made. *
Charlotte R. Monroeville, Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh E. Health Center has helped me through a very difficult time in my life with my back. When I thought nothing could be done they gave me hope. The treatments have been very successful I am very happy with my progress and with how everything has been handled. They are very professional but most of all very caring about the individual and my well-being. I highly recommend them to everyone. They actually make it pleasant to go for therapy *
Lisa V. Monroeville, Pennsylvania
I have been going to Dr. Schultz since August 5, 2021. I started seeing him due to back issues due to my work of being a Certified Nursing Assistant of more than 15 years. I could hardly walk anymore and the pain was unbearable. While a year later, I am doing fabulous due to his treatments and maintenance care of me. He along with his staff and beautiful wife Lisa have been a God Send to me. I am down to seeing him now only once a month the maintenance care to keep me steady and on track. He gave me my life back literally. *
Cynthia N. Monroeville, Pennsylvania
I recommend this Center for anyone needed help with your overall health. I love the all the staff and Dr. Shultz is amazing!! Since I started my care here I feel my strongest everyday! Thank you *
Jiamia M. Monroeville, Pennsylvania
When I first came to Pittsburgh East Health Center I was in so much neck pain that I could not lift or turn my head at all and I was unable to drive. Pain medication was not helping at all and I was in such desperate need of relief that I just called the first chiropractor that popped up on Google. I am so glad that I ended up at Pittsburgh East Health Center! Dr. Shultz, Dr. Levi, and Madi have been a huge help! They were quick to assess the issue and started pain management immediately. After just a few sessions, I was back to my normal functionality! Since then they have continued to assist me in staying pain free. On top of relieving my pain, their office is a very welcoming and friendly place, and I have grown a strong relationship with everyone there! If you are in any kind of pain that is interfering with your everyday life, I would definitely recommend checking out Pittsburgh East Health Center! *
Bernadette H. Monroeville, Pennsylvania
The doctors and staff at Pittsburgh East Health Center care about the health and well being of each patient according to his/her individual need. I have been a patient here for several years regarding diverse issues and I'm always pleased with the results. The office is conveniently located and the office hours accommodate my busy schedule. Thanks to Dr Schultz and his caring staff's hands on attention and use of modern technical modalities, the aches, pains and strains of my aging body have been ameliorated without surgery, invasive procedures or harmful prescription medications. I highly recommend this friendly physical therapy and chiropractic practice. *
Janet W. Monroeville, Pennsylvania
My back is about 85% better and I've lost 20 lbs. I have been suffering with my lower back for about 3 yrs and my husband was having to pull me out of bed several days a week. My husband has been doing all of the housework. I feel like I have my life back! *
Patsy C. Monroeville, Pennsylvania
My experience at Pittsburgh East Health Center has been a great one the staff is passionate about the work that they do from Dr Schultz, Dr Levi , Ms Lisa and Mattie they are very professional also the atmosphere is very pleasant and inviting. The care that I have received is very helpful with my overall health I look forward to continuing to improve with the help of the Center. I would highly recommend any and everyone that is having any problems with any of the services that they provide. *
Delroy T. Monroeville, Pennsylvania* Disclaimer: Results are not guaranteed and may vary from person to person.