Ultrasound
Ultrasound
What is Ultrasound?
Therapeutic ultrasound differs from diagnostic or pregnancy ultrasound in that it is used to offer pain relief, reduce swelling, and doesn’t provide images. Ultrasound uses soundwaves, but at a different level than diagnostic type, at a frequency of either 1 or 3 MHz. These options allow for the waves to penetrate the tissue and increase the temperature, encouraging healing and relaxing of affected areas.
How do we use Ultrasound?
Therapeutic ultrasound can be used in one of our spacious consulting rooms AND in the water! Depending on the type of treatment your pet has will determine how we use ultrasound, but rest assured both options are carried out with care and your pet’s comfort in mind.
Our method of therapeutic ultrasound is particularly good for tissue swelling and breaking down scar tissue as well as stimulating blood flow and reducing inflammation. It is a great treatment on its own or to complement other therapies your pet may be receiving.
