Musculoskeletal (MSK) Ultrasound Coming Soon to Wash Park Chiro

By Dr. Carlos Jimenez, DPT, RMSK, SCS, CPSS

Wash Park Chiro is delighted to announce yet another addition to our extensive selection of services: MSK ultrasound! Read more below to learn about ultrasound, how it works, what it treats, and how to schedule an MSK ultrasound appointment at Wash Park Chiro.

What Is MSK Ultrasound?

Musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging technique that provides

real-time visualization of muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, and nerves. It is an

effective tool for diagnosing soft tissue injuries, guiding rehabilitation, and monitoring

progress over time. MSK ultrasound allows for dynamic assessments during movement,

which is especially valuable for performance athletes and active populations. It also

offers a safe, radiation-free alternative to other imaging modalities and can enhance

clinical decision-making and targeted treatment planning.

How Does It Work?

Diagnostic musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images. A small handheld device called a transducer is placed on the skin, usually with a layer of conductive gel to help the sound waves travel efficiently. The transducer emits sound waves that penetrate the body and bounce off different structures. These returning echoes are interpreted by the ultrasound machine to create live, high-resolution images on a screen.

What makes MSK ultrasound particularly useful is its ability to capture dynamic movement. Unlike static imaging methods like MRI or X-rays, ultrasound can assess joints and soft tissues while the patient moves, allowing clinicians to observe things like tendon snapping, joint instability, or impingement in real time. This dynamic view can be especially helpful in diagnosing conditions that only occur during motion.

One of the key advantages of MSK ultrasound is that it’s safe, with no radiation exposure. It’s also portable, relatively affordable, and offers immediate results. These benefits make it a valuable tool in both clinical and sports medicine settings.

Conditions Treated with MSK Ultrasound:

• Muscle Strains and Tears

  • Hamstring, quadriceps, calf (gastrocnemius-soleus complex), adductors

• Tendon Pathologies

  • Tendonitis, tendinopathy, and partial/full-thickness tears of Achilles, rotator cuff, biceps brachii, patellar, and gluteal tendons

• Ligamentous Injuries

  • Sprains, partial tears, and chronic laxity in structures such as the anterior talofibular ligament (ankle), medial collateral ligament (knee), and ulnar collateral ligament (elbow)

• Bursitis

  • Subacromial-subdeltoid, trochanteric, olecranon, and prepatellar bursae

• Joint Effusions and Synovitis

  • Fluid accumulation or inflammatory changes within the shoulder, knee, ankle, wrist, and small joints

• Plantar Fasciitis

  • Evaluation of plantar fascia thickness, tears, or chronic inflammation

• Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis

  • Common extensor or flexor tendon origin inflammation (tennis elbow, golfer's elbow)

• Peripheral Nerve Disorders

  • Carpal tunnel syndrome (median nerve compression), ulnar nerve entrapment at the cubital tunnel, and peroneal nerve entrapment at the fibular head

• Trigger Finger (Stenosing Tenosynovitis)

  • Thickening of the flexor tendon sheath causing mechanical locking of the digits

• Soft Tissue Masses

  • Differentiation of cystic versus solid masses such as ganglion cysts, lipomas, hematomas, and abscesses

• Post-Surgical Surveillance

  • Tendon repair integrity, resolution of post-operative hematomas, and scar tissue assessment

• Chronic Tendinopathies

  • Degenerative changes in tendons characterized by hypoechogenicity, neovascularization, and tendon thickening

Schedule Your MSK Ultrasound Appointment Today

Try ultrasound out for yourself! Starting May 10th, Dr. Carlos Jimenez will be in-office on Saturdays for ultrasound appointments. PLUS, this month at Wash Park Chiro, we are offering a $30 discount on all ultrasound appointments! Discounted pricing as follows:

• 30-minute limited ultrasound scan: $150

• 30-minute full ultrasound scan: $250

• 50-minute full ultrasound and rehab consultation: $330

• 30-minute ultrasound-guided dry needling: $180

To schedule an appointment, click here or call/text us at (303) 744-7100. Ultrasound appointments will be available on Saturdays staring May 10th, 2025. Take the first step towards a pain-free life in Denver’s Wash Park neighborhood.​

Situated in Denver’s Wash Park neighborhood, Washington Park Chiropractic is dedicated to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care. Our team of experienced chiropractors and therapists work collaboratively to develop personalized treatment plans that address each patient's unique needs. The addition of MSK ultrasound enhances our ability to effectively diagnose various conditions and specifically target the source of pain.

We understand the active lifestyle of our Denver community and strive to help our patients return to their favorite activities pain-free. Whether you're a weekend warrior, a professional athlete, or someone dealing with chronic pain, our goal is to support your journey to optimal health.

Dr. Carlos Jimenez is a physical therapist at Wash Park Chiro. Carlos began his career rooted in sports, driven by a passion for high performance and injury prevention. Over the last decade, he’s had the opportunity to work with top-tier athletes across multiple elite platforms, including the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team, U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, and multiple professional sports organizations. Whether supporting athletes on the field, in the clinic, or through performance diagnostics, Carlos brings a holistic, data-informed approach to everything he does. Learn more about Dr. Jimenez by reading his bio on our website here.

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