Musculoskeletal Ultrasound in Vancouver Rotator Cuff, Achilles and More
Musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound evaluates muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, and soft tissues to diagnose injuries and sources of pain. It is commonly used for conditions such as tendon injuries, ligament sprains, muscle tears, bursitis, and joint inflammation.
What This Ultrasound Evaluates
It is commonly performed for conditions involving the:
- Shoulder and rotator cuff (tears, impingement, tendinopathy)
- Knee (effusions, ligament or tendon injuries)
- Ankle and Achilles tendon (tendon tears, inflammation)
- Elbow (tennis elbow, tendon injuries)
- Wrist and hand (tendon and soft tissue conditions)
- Hip (bursitis, tendon pathology)
Who This Ultrasound Is For
Athletes and active patients with suspected soft tissue injuries; patients with chronic shoulder, ankle, or muscle pain; post-injury assessment following a doctor's referral.
What to Expect
Your scan is performed by a certified sonographer and takes approximately 20 to 40 minutes depending on the area being assessed. You may be asked to move the affected limb or joint during the exam so the sonographer can evaluate the area dynamically. The exam is painless. Bring your physician's requisition form. Your report is delivered within 24 hours.