Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
Musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound is new technology
used for the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries
and disorders. This technology is at the cutting edge for
musculoskeletal issues and is used to visualize bone, muscle,
tendon and ligament anatomy.
MSK ultrasound is used for diagnostic purposes as
well as for image guidance in therapeutic injection procedures.
Dr. Thomas Wilkins and Dr. Danqing Guo are trained in MSK
ultrasound and utilize this technology at BayCare Clinic Physical
Medicine & Rehabilitation.
Diagnosis
MSK ultrasound allows Dr. Wilkins and Dr. Guo to gain a
much better view of anatomy and pathology in real time. They
can see anatomy in motion, and this often allows the ability to
find hidden pathology that has not been seen with other diagnostic
testing, such as MRI or CAT scans.
Image guidance in injection procedures
Both Dr. Wilkins and Dr. Guo perform injection procedures under
direct visualization of the MSK ultrasound. The ultrasound is used
to help guide injections into the precise area of injury. This not
only increases the effectiveness of the injection, but it also
makes it safer by helping to avoid adjacent structures (i.e., nerve
or blood vessels) from inadvertent damage. The end result is less
pain and improved function.
Evaluations
If you have a musculoskeletal injury or disorder, call
866-965-4380
for an evaluation to see if ultrasound guided injections might be
right for you. Referrals are not necessary; second opinions are
welcome.
Providers
Danqing Guo,
MD
Thomas
Wilkins, MD