Ultrasound therapy is recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) as a physical modality that can be used for the treatment of musculoskeletal injuries.

Ultrasound therapy is considered one of the safest and non-invasive treatments for muscle and tendon injuries. Ultrasonic waves cause millions of minute bubbles in tissue, which eventually expand and contract which helps in increasing blood flow and speeds up the healing process. Ultrasound also increases the production of proteins in cartilage, tendons, bone cells, and more.

An ultrasound machine delivers high-frequency sound waves through the skin, which is absorbed by tissues and bones below the skin. Ultrasound machines are able to detect how deeply sound waves penetrate into tissue by detecting the amount of time it takes for them to bounce off surfaces beneath the skin.

This treatment is performed by physical therapists and occupational therapists. Ultrasonic therapy is frequently used along with other forms of physical therapy such as cold compression therapy to provide additional relief.

Ultrasonic treatment does not require anesthesia nor does it involve incisions or injections, which makes this a highly desirable treatment option for many patients seeking relief from muscular and joint.