Phonophoresis is ultrasound treatment that uses an anti-inflammatory hydrocortisone cream instead of ultrasound gel. The ultrasound waves work the hydrocortisone medicine into the skin.

Ultrasound is a therapeutic treatment using high frequency sound waves administered in the region of soft tissue injuries. It works by producing sound vibrations as fast as a million times per second penetrate the tissues deep in the body to warm them. These vibrations and heat help break down and disperse unhealthy calcium and other hard tissue accumulations.


How does the patient benefit from Ultrasound?
As the probe glides over the skin's surface, sound waves penetrate the skin's surface causing soft tissues to vibrate creating deep heat. In turn, the heat induces vasodilation: drawing blood into the target tissues. Increased blood flow delivers needed oxygen and nutrients, and removes cell wastes.

The deep heat helps to relieve pain, inflammation, reduces muscle spasms, and accelerates healing. Depending on the treatment area, range of motion may be increased.