Ultrasound

Ultrasound technology has been used widely in the medical field for visualization and diagnosis of many conditions, including pregnancy, abdominal problems, and blood clots. More recently, the use of ultrasound in diagnosing and treating conditions [Page 1523]in sports medicine has become more prevalent. Ultrasound imaging provides excellent visualization of tendons, ligaments, muscles, nerves, certain joints, and bones. It is exceptionally helpful in diagnosing tendon damage, ligament tears, and muscle strains. Sports medicine physicians frequently use ultrasound to make a particular diagnosis and guide ...