Ultrasound Lancaster, Johnston, Columbus, Granville, Gahanna & Canal Winchester, OH



What does ultrasound treat?



How does ultrasound work?


When an ultrasound treatment is being conducted, our Canal Winchester, Gahanna, Granville, Columbus, & Johnstown, OH  physical therapists will generously put gel on the surface of the ultrasound applicator, in order to minimize friction and promote the transmission of the sound waves. These waves are then absorbed by your tendons, ligaments, and connective tissues. 

What happens in the body during an ultrasound treatment?


Thermal benefits:

Heat enters your deep tissues during an ultrasound treatment. The heat helps to reduce pain, increase blood circulation, and allow for an easier stretch of the muscles. The thermal energy produced during your ultrasound treatment can also loosen up tight muscles and tendons.

Non-thermal benefits:

Ultrasound technology can work in beneficial ways that are unrelated to its transfer of heat. The energy that enters the body during an ultrasound treatment creates tiny gas bubbles that gather around the tissues. These bubbles then expand and contract at a rapid pace, which is a process known as cavitation. This can help in repairing any damaged tissue, such as scar tissue or cellulite, and loosening up the muscles.

How do I know if it’ll work for me?

At Cornerstone Physical Therapy, our highly trained Canal Winchester, Gahanna, Granville, Columbus, & Johnstown, OH  physical therapists will design a treatment plan for your specific needs. This could include ultrasound treatments, depending on the nature of your condition and contributing symptoms. 


If you are suffering from pain, don’t wait any longer. Contact our Canal Winchester, Gahanna, Granville, Columbus, & Johnstown, OH  physical therapy office today to schedule your appointment. Cornerstone Physical Therapy will get you back to your optimum levels of physical function in no time!