What Is Therapeutic Ultrasound?
Therapeutic ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to calm pain, improve circulation, and support tissue healing. At B2B Chiropractor in Midtown East, ultrasound is one tool within a longer, hands-on session that may also include myofascial work, IASTM, cupping, taping, and joint adjustments—so your results actually stick.
Benefits
Soothes painful, irritated tissues
Improves local circulation to speed recovery
Helps reduce swelling and sensitivity
Softens adhesions and scar tissue to restore mobility
Plays nicely with training—no downtime
Conditions We Treat with Ultrasound
Tendon pain (patellar, Achilles, rotator cuff, golfer’s/tennis elbow)
Muscle strains and protective spasm
Bursitis and overuse irritation
Post-injury/post-surgical scar tissue (as appropriate)
Stiff, achy joints related to overload
How It Works
A handheld sound-head delivers acoustic energy through a conductive gel to the target area. Depending on settings, ultrasound produces thermal effects (gentle deep warmth for extensibility) and non-thermal effects (micro-streaming/cell signaling that supports tissue repair). In your visit, the ultrasound portion typically takes 5–10 minutes per region inside a 30- or 60-minute appointment that also includes assessment and soft-tissue care. Sensations range from neutral to pleasantly warm.
What to Expect
30- or 60-minute visit tailored to your goals (assessment → targeted ultrasound → soft-tissue work/adjustment → taping or mobility cues)
Back to normal activities right away; mild, workout-like soreness can occur for 12–24 hours
A focused plan that fits your sport and schedule
Safety & Notes
Ultrasound is non-invasive and generally well-tolerated. We avoid use over areas with impaired sensation, active infection, open growth plates, malignancy, or near implanted electronics; we also use caution with pregnancy and acute DVT/bleeding disorders. You’ll be screened thoroughly first.
FAQs
Does ultrasound hurt? No—most patients feel gentle warmth or nothing at all.
How many sessions will I need? It depends on your condition and training load. Many see improvements within 3–6 visits when ultrasound is paired with soft-tissue work and targeted exercise.
Can it help older injuries? Yes—ultrasound can be helpful for stiff, sensitized tissues and scar-related mobility limits that haven’t responded to other care.