Serving Port Moody, Coquitlam & Langley
Inspine Therapy offers therapeutic ultrasound as a trusted solution for decades by Canadian physiotherapists. This is one of the many reasons it’s a versatile treatment that’s exceptionally popular with patients and can yield benefits in just a few sessions. When you receive a therapeutic ultrasound conducted by a team of committed physiotherapists, you experience a treatment personalized to meet your needs and goals.
You’ve likely heard the word ultrasound; we start to think of imaging from inside the womb. However, as impressive as it is, the application of a diagnostic one, therapeutic ultrasound is a proven therapy for acute and chronic musculoskeletal disorders such as tissue injury and muscle spasms. Our chiropractic services will prove more effective alongside this non-invasive option.
Physiotherapists widely use therapeutic ultrasound as part of a diverse range of treatment plans designed to aid recovery, ease symptoms, and prevent recurrences of a myriad of injuries and conditions affecting many different patients.
Therapeutic ultrasound therapy focuses on using sound waves to promote healing in soft tissues. It’s particularly effective for conditions like tendonitis, bursitis, and sprains, providing targeted relief without surgery.
Therapeutic ultrasound is one of the most popular forms of treatment for chronic pain. Physiotherapists have several goals when they develop treatment plans, and improving your overall wellness is one of them.
Due to its versatility, your physiotherapist may recommend it as part of a treatment plan if you suffer from conditions like:
When conducting a therapeutic ultrasound, your physiotherapist can use two different methods. The method they choose will be influenced by numerous factors, such as your condition and pain level. They will also take into consideration your personal preferences as far as comfort as a patient takes top priority.
Deep heating uses therapeutic ultrasound to heat within your soft tissues. The method increases blood circulation to reduce inflammation and promote faster healing.
This approach eases pain and makes soft tissues more flexible. Among many other reasons, deep heating with therapeutic ultrasound is effective for all ages.
Cavitation uses ultrasound energy in order to promote rapid contraction and expansion of microscopic gas bubbles.
These bubbles speed up the healing process. Your therapist may opt for this form of treatment if your pain is mild but suffering from an existing injury.
Ultrasound therapy is a go-to for many physiotherapists when treating a range of different conditions. It’s often used in one of the best things about therapeutic ultrasound is that it’s typically painless. The treatment is also incredibly easy to apply and requires no sedation or pain post-treatment. Other benefits of therapeutic ultrasound include:
Our experienced team tailors each session to your unique needs, drawing on years of expertise in physiotherapy ultrasound. We prioritize patient comfort, using state-of-the-art equipment for optimal outcomes.
Over 14% of Canadians turn to physiotherapy annually for pain management, highlighting the trusted role of treatments like ultrasound in national health strategies.
Explore our blog for tips on integrating ultrasound into your routine, or visit our clinic locations to find us easily.
Inspine Therapy proudly provides therapeutic ultrasound and comprehensive physiotherapy services to residents across the Tri-Cities and surrounding areas. Our clinics are conveniently located to serve:
Whether you’re dealing with a sports injury from trails around Buntzen Lake or chronic pain from daily commutes, our team is here to support your recovery close to home.
When you book an appointment at our clinics in Port Moody, your physiotherapist will first perform a detailed assessment of your condition and then work on a bespoke treatment plan.
The recovery roadmap involves a therapeutic ultrasound session in which the physiotherapist will apply a conductive gel to the affected body part. Then, the hand-held component (transducer) is slowly moved back and forth over the area.
Depending on the specific condition, the physiotherapist will adjust equipment settings that manipulate the depth of penetration of ultrasound waves.
You won’t have to be at the clinic long; ultrasound therapy isn’t long or laborious. Sessions typically last around 5 to 10 minutes.
At times, our experienced physiotherapists won’t conduct the treatment if you fall into the following categories:
Inspine Therapy is the prime location for therapeutic ultrasounds. Experience attentive physiotherapy bringing results. Contact our team today to book a therapeutic ultrasound for improved mobility, pain relief, and much more.
Yes, therapeutic ultrasound pairs well with other treatments like acupuncture or registered massage therapy at our clinic. This integrated approach maximizes recovery for conditions such as chronic back pain.
It depends on your condition, but most patients start with 2-3 sessions per week. Your physiotherapist will customize a plan based on progress.
Absolutely. We provide home exercises and check-ins to ensure lasting benefits. Explore our blog for more self-care tips.
Loose, comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the treatment area. Avoid lotions on the skin beforehand for better gel application.
