Tuesday, October 22, 2013

How To Alleviate Pain With A Portable Ultrasound Machine

By Javier Mcnear


Pain relief is an important benefit provided through the use of a portable ultrasound machine. By reducing swelling and edema, rapid improvement is achieved. It increases the blood flow and aids in the healing process.

The technology makes these medical applications possible through its thermal heating capabilities. Prior to development of the unit for home use, the pain-relieving waves could only be applied in a medical office or hospital. Those large size professional units produce the sound waves in one continuous wave.

The compact unit is safe for home use because it produces the sound waves in a pulsing pattern rather than a continuous one. There is an interval between the pulses. They are successful in spite of being weaker because they can be administered every day. Most individuals are able to afford one of these machines due to the nominal cost.

This technology was developed during World War II. Its propensity for healing was discovered when the military noticed that the sound waves were killing fish. It was due to the heat emitted from them. Research discovered it to be a technology suitable for healing when administered in lower strengths. It soon became useful for healing and pain relief.

This method of relieving pain can be applied to improving a number of afflictions. Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, plantar fasciitis and bursitis are among the conditions that can be improved. Others are sprains affecting the ligaments, strains affecting the muscles and tendonitis.

The small and lightweight model makes this home application for pain reduction possible. The units are produced by numerous manufacturers. A reliable company will include a warranty for at least a year with each machine sold.

Anyone can transport this portable ultrasound machine from on place to another. Some of the units can be operated on battery power. The units were first introduced in the 1980s. The version that runs on battery power was not available until the 1990s.




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