Childhood is a time for learning and playing. But a child’s playful nature can lead to accidents and injuries. Many parents worry that these injuries will affect their child’s growth and development. “Muscle and joint ultrasound” is a safe and accurate option for diagnosing problems and reassuring parents.
Why choose muscle and joint ultrasound for children?
- Safe, no radiation No need to worry about side effects from X-rays, making it safe for children, even with repeated examinations
- Accurate Helps doctors visualize the structure and function of muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints to accurately diagnose problems such as:
- Fractures, dislocations
- Muscle tears, tendonitis
- Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) in infants
- Convenient and fast No preparation required, takes a short time, and results are available immediately, helping to reduce children’s anxiety
- Assists in treatment Doctors can use ultrasound to guide injections or drain fluid from the treatment area precisely
When to take your child for an examination?
- When your child has an injury, such as a fall, bump, or sprain
- When there is pain, swelling, or redness in the muscles or joints
- Children with developmental motor problems
Muscle and joint ultrasound helps doctors diagnose and plan effective treatment, ensuring children grow and develop healthily.