Ultrasound Extremity-Muscoskeletal
Purpose: To visualize pathology of muscles, tendons, bones and ligaments.
Length of Exam: Varies depending on abnormality and site.
Patient Prep: No prep necessary.
Procedure: The organ in question will be viewed with an ultrasound probe* in various positions and ranges of motion. The examination will be performed and interpreted by a radiologist and a report will be sent to the referring doctor.
- *Probe: an instrument that converts sound waves into images.
