Ultrasound scans in Coventry and the Midlands

Diagnostic MSK Ultrasound Scans

Diagnostic MSK ultrasound scans are performed at Central Chiropractic and Physiotherapy Clinic. They are safe, painless and can be quick to perform. Musculoskeletal Ultrasound is a type of medical imaging, which is being used instead of MRI (when indicated) for high performance athletes on professional and Olympic teams, for injuries and other soft tissue conditions.

Diagnostic MSK ultrasound scans are performed at Central Chiropractic and Physiotherapy Clinic. They are safe, painless and can be quick to perform. Musculoskeletal Ultrasound is a type of medical imaging, which is being used instead of MRI (when indicated) for high performance athletes on professional and Olympic teams, for injuries and other soft tissue conditions.

Problems that can be diagnosed

  • Ligament & tendon inflammation
  • Ruptures & tears
  • Bursitis
  • Arthritis
  • Frozen shoulder
  • Tendinitis
  • Crepitus
  • Calcium spurs
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Impingement syndrome

The advantage they have over X-rays are that tendons, muscles, fluid and the synovium (the lining of the joint) can be seen – only the bones are visible on X-rays. We can also use ultrasound scans to look at blood vessels, which can be useful for patients where blood vessel inflammation (‘vasculitis’) is suspected.

The procedure and equipment is similar to ultrasound scans of other parts of the body, is safe and can be done on anyone. There is no radiation, no magnet and is commonly done on pregnant women… which demonstrates how safe it can be.

Ultrasound scans in Coventry and the Midlands

Diagnostic MSK ultrasound scans provide accurate diagnosis of musculo-skeletal injuries and conditions such as ligament and tendon inflammation, ruptures and tears, and bursitis -i.e. bursa inflammation, tendinitis, soft tissue injuries and adhesion’s, arthritis, crepitus, calcium spurs, plantar fasciitis and fractures are just a few that may be treated with Shockwave Therapy.

Digital X-rays provide accurate diagnosis of Bone Fractures, and certain conditions of the Cervical, Thoracic and Lumbar spine.

MRI is great because there is no radiation transferred to the patient and the doctor can see much more details in the soft tissues, muscle, tendon, and cartilage. It is also excellent for finding fractures missed on X-ray examination. MRI machines are made of large magnets, which can present some issues. Patients with pacemakers, metal, and other implants cannot undergo MRI examination, but from a clinical standpoint it is hard to ignore how much detail can be found in MRI and it is a very valuable piece of imaging.

Musculoskeletal ultrasound scans are safe and can be done on anyone. 

A diagnostic MSK ultrasound scan will help diagnose arthritis, bursitis, tendinitis, ligament and tendon tears and ruptures and soft tissue and sports injuries. Musculoskeletal ultrasound scans are also part of many of our routine clinics.

A small amount of gel is used on the skin, and a handheld device is used to look ‘inside’ the joint. We perform musculoskeletal ultrasound scans for conditions affecting the: shoulder: e.g.tendon tears, effusion, frozen shoulder, biceps Tendinitis, Impingement Syndrome, shoulder bursitis, rotator cuff tendinopathy, arthritis, calcium spurs.

When you have already tried every other treatment to ease pain are you suffering from chronic pain in your back, knee, shoulder, heel, foot or elbow? Then Shockwave Therapy provides fast and effective relief from pain. Our clinic also provides for patients on-site diagnostic MSK ultrasound scanning and digital X-ray facilities.

Shockwave Therapy can achieve excellent results for people suffering from persistent and painful conditions. In many instances there will be an immediate reduction in pain, as well as improved mobility and function. This therapy is non-invasive, non-addictive and there is no need for anaesthesia. Each treatment session takes approximately 5-20 minutes. Most conditions require just 3 to 5 treatments that are done 3-7 days apart.

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Tel: 02476 222002

Email: info@centralchiropracticclinic.co.uk

Address: 12 Park Road, Coventry, Warwickshire,    CV1 2LD

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