At Back Specialists in Sioux Falls, ultrasound therapy is used as a supportive treatment alongside Activator Method adjustments and other conservative therapies.

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Ultrasound works by sending a controlled electrical current through crystals inside the ultrasound wand. This causes the wand to vibrate and generate sound waves that travel through the skin into the underlying tissue. These sound waves transfer energy into the area being treated, helping fluids move more freely and supporting circulation in irritated or stiff tissues.

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Treatment sessions typically last 8 to 15 minutes, depending on your diagnosis. Patients consistently report that the experience is comfortable and often relaxing.

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What Ultrasound Therapy Helps With

 

Therapeutic ultrasound is commonly used to support recovery in:

• Muscle tightness and stiffness

• Local inflammation

• Soft tissue irritation

• Restricted range of motion

• Sports-related muscle strain

• Back and neck tension

• Injury-related soft tissue discomfort

 

It is frequently used as part of a broader care plan for patients dealing with back pain, neck pain, sports injuries, car accident injuries, and work injuries in Sioux Falls.

 

Ultrasound does not replace chiropractic adjustments. Instead, it complements them by helping prepare tissues before an adjustment or by supporting tissue recovery afterward.

 

How Ultrasound Fits Into Care at Back Specialists

 

Back Specialists is known for low-force Activator adjustments. Ultrasound is one of the supportive modalities used when soft tissue involvement is contributing to discomfort or limited movement.

 

In many cases, muscle tightness or localized inflammation can limit how well a patient responds to adjustment alone.

 

Ultrasound may be incorporated to:

• Improve tissue mobility

• Reduce muscle guarding

• Increase local circulation

• Support recovery between visits

 

It is part of a structured, condition-focused approach rather than a stand-alone service.

 

Who May Benefit From Ultrasound Therapy in Sioux Falls

 

Ultrasound therapy may be appropriate for:

• Patients with acute muscle strain

• Individuals recovering from a sports injury

• Car accident patients with soft tissue irritation

• Work injury patients with localized muscle tension

• Patients with chronic stiffness limiting mobility

• Individuals with disc-related conditions where surrounding muscles are tight

 

If you are unsure whether ultrasound is appropriate for your condition, an evaluation can determine whether it fits your treatment plan.

 

What to Expect During a Session

• A small amount of gel is applied to the treatment area

• The ultrasound wand is moved slowly across the skin

• Most patients feel little to no sensation

• Some report mild warmth or a relaxing effect

• Treatment typically lasts 8–15 minutes

 

There is no downtime after treatment. Ultrasound is commonly combined with chiropractic adjustments and other therapies during the same visit when clinically appropriate.

 

Schedule an Appointment

 

If you are experiencing back pain, neck pain, muscle stiffness, or recovering from an injury in Sioux Falls, ultrasound therapy may be part of a structured treatment plan at Back Specialists.

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To determine whether ultrasound therapy is appropriate for you, call 605-361-1700 to schedule an evaluation.