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Musculoskeletal
Diagnostic Ultrasound
Diagnostic solutions for musculoskeletal complaints
by Dr. Keith Hansen
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| | | Benefits
of Diagnostic Ultrasound |
- No radiation
-- unlike MRI or CT or X-ray scans, it is safe for all ages.
- Lower
cost
- Can put
the probe right on the area of pain to diagnose potential problems without aggravating
the pain.
- Objective
means of following the patient during the healing process to see when they can
return to activity without the risk of re-injury.
- Differentiate
between tears, tendonitis, bursitis, and inflammation.
- Portable
solution, so your scan can be performed right in your office or clinic.
- Real-time
imaging with the ability to move the body part while scanning (this cannot be
done with MRI or X-ray technologies).
- Can
scan right and left sides for comparison not performed with CT or MRI scans.
- Considered
the best imaging modality for tendons.
- Has
the ability to see anatomical structures in every view (multiplanar capability).
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