Ultrasound for injury patients.
Ultrasound uses sound waves to create live images. It can watch tendons and muscles move, and it uses no radiation.
What it can show.
- Tendon and muscle tears, such as in the shoulder
- Fluid and swelling around a joint
- Soft-tissue injuries that change with movement
Why it matters to the case
Because it is live, ultrasound can show an injury while the joint moves, and it can be repeated safely.
What the visit is like
Most musculoskeletal ultrasounds need no preparation. Wear loose clothing.
A small amount of gel is placed on the skin and the probe is moved over the area.
Read the full preparation guide
