Understanding Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Technology

Description

Ultrasound imaging, which uses high-frequency sound waves to produce pictures of the inside of the body, can be used diagnose and treat conditions and injuries of the musculoskeletal system: the muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, and soft tissue throughout the body. This program explores musculoskeletal ultrasound technology, showing viewers how it works and how it is being used as an important diagnostic tool. It also highlights the benefits of musculoskeletal ultrasound images for both patients and physicians, and takes a look into the future of this technology.

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27 min

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Date of Publication

[2012], c2011

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Films on Demand

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