Ultrasound Therapy
A form of deep tissue therapy created by sound waves that acts as a micro-massage to reduce swelling, break down scar tissue, increase blood flow, and decrease pain.
Effective for neck pain, back pain, achilles pain, ankle pain, foot pain, and more.
What is Therapeutic Ultrasound?
Therapeutic ultrasound is a form of deep therapy created by sound waves. When applied to soft tissues and joints, the sound waves are a form of micro-massage that helps reduce swelling, reduce scar tissue, increase blood flow, and decrease pain, stiffness, and spasms.
Unlike diagnostic ultrasound used for imaging, therapeutic ultrasound is specifically designed to promote healing and provide pain relief. It is a safe, non-invasive treatment that complements chiropractic adjustments and other therapies offered at Beach Chiropractic.
Benefits of Ultrasound Therapy
Sound wave therapy delivers multiple therapeutic benefits for pain relief, healing, and recovery.
Reduces Swelling
Sound waves penetrate deep into soft tissues, helping to reduce inflammation and swelling in injured or affected areas.
Reduces Scar Tissue
The micro-massage effect of ultrasound helps break down scar tissue and adhesions, restoring tissue flexibility and function.
Increases Blood Flow
Therapeutic ultrasound promotes increased circulation to the treated area, delivering oxygen and nutrients essential for healing.
Decreases Pain
By reducing inflammation and stimulating tissue repair, ultrasound therapy provides effective, non-invasive pain relief.
Relieves Stiffness
The deep heating effect of ultrasound relaxes tight muscles and stiff joints, improving range of motion and flexibility.
Reduces Spasms
Sound wave therapy helps calm muscle spasms by promoting relaxation and improving blood flow to the affected muscles.
How Ultrasound Therapy Works
Understanding the science behind therapeutic sound waves.
Sound Wave Technology
Therapeutic ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves — beyond the range of human hearing — to create deep tissue therapy. These sound waves produce a micro-massage effect when applied to the body.
Deep Tissue Penetration
A smooth ultrasound head is applied to the skin with a special gel. The sound waves travel deep into soft tissues and joints, reaching areas that surface-level therapies cannot access.
Thermal & Mechanical Effects
The sound waves create both thermal (gentle heating) and mechanical (micro-massage) effects within the tissue. This dual action promotes healing, reduces inflammation, and relieves pain simultaneously.
Conditions Treated
Ultrasound therapy is effective for a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions and soft tissue injuries.
Experience Ultrasound Therapy
Harness the healing power of sound waves to reduce pain, swelling, and stiffness. A gentle, effective therapy that complements your chiropractic care for faster recovery and lasting relief.