Gulf Breeze, Fla.-based Andrews Institute for Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine offers patients the Musculoskeletal Ultrasound as an option for diagnostic imaging.
Here are five things to know:
1. The Musculoskeletal Ultrasound offers imaging of tendons, ligaments, bones, nerves and arm and leg muscles.
2. Physicians utilize the technology to diagnose rotator cuff tears, tennis and golfers elbow, tendonitis, ligament injuries and joint pain.
3. The technology is designed to offer a higher resolution than traditional imaging technology and is offered at a lower cost.
4. The physician and patient both view the patient's musculoskeletal system in real-time during the diagnostic process.
5. The technology allows physicians to perform the diagnosis at the point of care, as opposed to the patient scheduling a separate appointment.