The Benefits of Ultrasound Technology in Orthopedic Diagnosis
Ultrasound imaging is a safe, noninvasive diagnostic and therapeutic tool offered in the Long Island, NY office of Robert V. Moriarty, MD. This advanced technology utilizes sound waves to assess musculoskeletal structures and can provide immediate diagnosis for common orthopedic problems.
Below are just a few of the benefits of ultrasound technology in orthopedics:
- It’s noninvasive, quick, and safe—patients can get immediate and definitive bedside diagnosis of their orthopedic problems without the need for radiation exposure
- It provides immediate diagnosis for common orthopedic problems such as joint fluid collections, tendinitis, and partial and/or complete ligament and tendon tears
- It helps to assist therapeutically because of the accuracy of the technology, as it is very helpful in directing and localizing aspirations and injections of problematic areas, leading to more effective treatments