MUSCULOSKELETAL ULTRASOUND

What This Imaging Test Can Reveal About Joints, Muscles, Ligaments, and Tendons

• Tears in tendons and ligaments
• Inflammation in joints or bursae
• Fluid build-up (effusion)
• Nerve compression like carpal tunnel syndrome
• Cysts or abnormal growths

Why Cadabams Diagnostics Is the Trusted Choice

• Same-day appointments and reports
• Advanced machines with Doppler for blood-flow studies
• Warm, patient-first environment
• Direct digital sharing with your referring doctor

What Is Musculoskeletal Ultrasound?

Definition and Technology: High-Frequency Sound Waves for Real-Time Imaging

MUSCULOSKELETAL ULTRASOUND uses sound waves above the range of human hearing. A small handheld probe (transducer) glides over the skin, sending echoes that create live pictures on the screen.

Difference Between Ultrasound and Other Musculoskeletal Imaging

Types of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

• Static imaging: Still pictures for baseline measurements
• Dynamic (real-time movement) scans: Watch tendons glide or joints open/close
• Doppler ultrasound: Highlights blood-flow changes in inflammation
• Ultrasound-guided injections or aspirations: Pinpoint medication delivery or fluid removal.

• Tendon thickness and echogenicity
• Joint effusion volume
• Muscle fiber integrity
• Ligament continuity
• Synovial hypertrophy
• Bursal distension

• Rapid diagnosis of acute sports injuries
• Monitor chronic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or gout
• Guide minimally invasive procedures such as steroid injections

Common Symptoms Prompting Referral

• Persistent pain or tenderness
• Visible swelling or bruising
• Reduced range of motion
• Instability or “giving way” sensations

Athletes, Arthritis Patients, Post-Injury Evaluations

• Weekend warriors checking for rotator-cuff tears
• Rheumatoid-arthritis patients monitoring synovial thickening
• Post-injury athletes assessing ligament integrity

Benefits of Taking the Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

• Non-invasive & painless—no needles unless you choose guided injection
• No radiation—ideal for children and expectant mothers
• Real-time imaging during movement—catch problems static scans miss
• Cost-effective alternative to MRI
• Immediate results—start treatment the same day

Illnesses Diagnosed with Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

• Tendon tears (rotator cuff, Achilles)
• Ligament sprains (ankle, knee)
• Muscle strains and hematomas
• Joint synovitis and effusions
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Ganglion cysts

• Wear loose garments that expose the joint or limb easily
• Remove jewellery, watches or braces from the scan area
• No fasting—eat and drink normally

Pre-requisites Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

• Valid doctor’s referral or prescription
• Bring previous imaging reports (X-ray, MRI) if available
• Inform the sonographer of allergies or skin conditions

Best Time to Take the Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

• Book within 48 hours of acute injury for earliest swelling assessment
• Early morning slots often have shorter wait times
• Avoid heavy workouts just before the scan to prevent muscle swelling artefacts

Eligibility

• All age groups—from newborn hips to geriatric shoulders
• Pregnancy-safe—no radiation risk

Procedure for Taking a Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

1. Check-in & verification at Cadabams Diagnostics front desk
2. Positioning on a comfortable examination couch
3. Application of ultrasound gel—water-soluble, easily wiped off
4. Transducer scanning with gentle pressure; you may be asked to move the joint
5. Image review on screen with preliminary explanation
6. Receive report within 30 minutes, emailed to your doctor if requested

Caution Before Taking the Test

• Alert staff to open wounds or skin infections—probe cover or alternative imaging may be used
• Pause topical creams on the scan area to reduce image artefacts