Ultrasound
Ultrasound is a widely used technology in the medical world and is increasingly being applied in... fysiotherapy. Ultrasound is a non-invasive and painless technique that uses sound waves to create images of the inside of the body. This makes it a valuable tool for fysiotherapists in diagnosing and treating various conditions.
One of the main applications of ultrasound in the fysiotherapy is to assess tendon and muscle injuries. Through ultrasound, the fysiotherapist will assess the thickness and health of the tendons and muscles, as well as any inflammation or bruising. If a muscle tear is suspected, the ultrasound can be used. A distinction can be made whether a muscle has been strained, torn or torn. This helps determine the cause of the complaints and draw up a treatment plan. In addition, ligament injuries can also be mapped, for example in the ankle ligaments. A distinction can be made whether the ligament is stretched, torn or torn off.
Ultrasound is also often used to assess the musculoskeletal system, such as the joints and the back. This makes it possible to detect abnormalities or problems, such as osteoarthritis or a misalignment of the spine. Moreover, the fysiotherapist assesses the mobility of the joints and muscle strength using ultrasound and thus devises a more effective exercise therapy. Ultrasound is also used in assessing soft tissues such as fascia, which are often responsible for musculoskeletal problems such as trigger points. The fysiotherapist can detect and treat these trigger points using manual techniques such as massage.
Besides that we as Fysioplein We also perform ultrasound scans on our own patients for the Bergman Clinics in Rotterdam. We have consultation hours with Dr. Schild. During this consultation, the shoulder is examined by Dr. Schild, X-rays are often taken of the shoulder and an ultrasound is made. A conclusion can be drawn through the images and physical examination. We also have an ultrasound consultation at the International Health Center in Benoordehout. This ultrasound consultation is for muscle and tendon injuries.
In conclusion, ultrasound is a valuable tool for this fysiotherapists in diagnosing and treating various conditions. It can be used to assess tendon and muscle injuries, musculoskeletal and soft tissue abnormalities. Ultrasound can be used to determine fysiotherapist devise a more effective treatment strategy and thus shorten the patient's recovery time.
