Find the Root Cause of Your Symptoms with Ultrasound Diagnostic Testing or an EMG/Nerve Conduction Study
At Kinetix Physical Therapy in Gainesville or Newberry, FL, we see patients who come in with pain or other symptoms where the origin is unknown. This happens more often than people realize. When a patient is unsure about the discomfort they are feeling, many tend to leave it alone in hopes it will get better. However, sometimes ignoring symptoms can actually lead to a worsening condition, making the treatment process much lengthier and more difficult.
Physical therapists can use diagnostic testing along with their clinical examination to aid in the evaluation of patients’ symptoms. When combined with the patient history and overall presentation, this combination of diagnostic testing with the clinical exam leads to even greater accuracy in diagnosis and treatment. The inclusion of diagnostic testing not only helps improve patient management, but ultimately leads to better outcomes, better patient satisfaction, and lower costs. The two most common diagnostic tests our physical therapists at Kinetix Physical Therapy are now performing are musculoskeletal ultrasound and electrodiagnostic studies.
If you are experiencing uncomfortable symptoms, it is likely that ultrasound diagnostic testing or an EMG/Nerve Conduction Study could help figure out the issue and provide you with relief. Contact Kinetix Physical Therapy today and we’ll diagnose your condition, so you can receive the treatment you need and get back to living your life comfortably.
Detecting the issue with ultrasound diagnostic testing
Ultrasound diagnostic testing is a tool that uses sonic waves to see inside painful areas of the patient’s body. It allows your physical therapist to analyze certain joints, muscles, ligaments, and nerves in the affected area, both at rest and with movement, to pinpoint the source of the pain.
This test provides similar results to that of an x-ray, CT, or MRI; however, it is much safer and can allow the tissues in question to be assessed during movement. The use of sonic waves does not put you in any exposure of radiation as similar tests do, and the real-time imaging provides more accurate results. Ultrasound diagnostic testing technology has been known to diagnose and treat a wide range of painful conditions, including, but not limited to:
- Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
- Tendonitis/Tendon Tears
- Bursitis
- Joint Effusion (fluid)
- Nerve Conditions- carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel
While these are the most common conditions we diagnose, ultrasound diagnostic testing can also help with other conditions, such as whiplash, phantom limb pain, dental pain, and even certain types of cancer.
What is an EMG and Nerve Conduction Study?
Using a specialized computer, our highly trained physical therapist sees and hears how your muscles and nerves are working. In many cases the examination will include areas away from where you were having symptoms because nerves can be very long. An EMG is only one part of nerve testing; the other part is called the nerve conduction study. With these tests your provider will have all the information they need to diagnose and help you with your health questions.
Do you have any of these symptoms?
- Numbness
- Weakness
- Tingling in an arm or leg
- Sciatica Pain
It is important to find out what is causing your symptoms. An EMG/ NCS is one way to assess muscle and nerve function.
How can I get started?
If you’re ready to discover the origin of your pain and get the right treatment plan toward relief and recovery, now is the time! Contact Kinetix Physical Therapy today to schedule a complete evaluation with one of our experienced physical therapists.
Your Next Steps…
Request An Appointment
Receive A Custom Treatment Plan
Work Hard and Progress In Your Recovery
Recover & Enjoy Life Pain-Free!