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Ultrasound therapy (Ultrasound therapy uses high-frequency waves which…
Ultrasound therapy
Ultrasound therapy uses high-frequency waves which have some thermal effects as well as none thermal effects mainly in soft tissue
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Helps to reduce several tendon issues including: superficial digital flexor tendonitis, deep digital flexor tendonitis. Studies show improved histological appearances
Useful in improving wound healing, re-modelling of scar tissue, reduces edema and soft tissue filling (with fluid) in limbs, treating muscle injuries and improving tendon flexibility post injury
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Reduces swelling, edema and pain
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Help manage muscle damage, pain and spasms
Ultrasound therapy has phonopheresis properties meaning it aids in the dispersion of injected medicines, as it has anti inflammatory agents
Helps to 'rewire nerves' and treat nerve damage by encouraging remyelination and regeneration of damaged axons
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Can be done at the yard and by owner if shown/trained by a professional- can help save cost and increase frequency of treatment so that it is more consistent or can be used when required
Negative- ultrasound is highly penetrative (most out of all current therapies) and so tissues can be damaged if used inappropriately or incorrectly
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Should not be used in proximity to open wounds, metal implants, cases of cellulitis, infections, unstable fractures or surgical incisions
Can significantly increase heat of deep internal tissues to improve healing so in this instance is significantly better than other therapies
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