Foot Ultrasound Scan
Musculoskeletal ultrasound is an effective diagnostic approach for identifying a wide range of foot conditions.
Sports-related and overuse injuries affecting the foot are frequent, and ultrasound has proven to be an excellent imaging method for diagnosing these conditions. It offers a fast, non-invasive assessment that is well tolerated by people experiencing acute or chronic pain. Foot ultrasound also allows dynamic assessment. This includes manoeuvres like muscle contraction and joint stress testing, which are useful in identifying foot pathology.
Purpose of the Foot Ultrasound Scan
The foot ultrasound scan is used to examine significant structures of the foot joint to detect issues that can affect movement and comfort.
The most commonly scanned structures are:
- Tendons
- Bursae
- Tendon sheaths
- Ligaments
Why Should You Get a Foot Ultrasound Scan?
A foot scan is essential in examining conditions such as:
- Pain
- Limited mobility
- Discomfort or inflammation
- Tears or injuries
- Plantar fasciitis
- Plantar fibroma
- Tumours or cancers
- Morton’s neuroma
- Foreign bodies
- Soft tissue masses like ganglia and lipomas
- Joint bursitis or capsulitis
- Tendonitis or tendon tears
- Ligament damage
- Tarsal tunnel syndrome
- Heel spurs
- Muscle injuries (chronic or acute)
- Vascular abnormalities
- Joint effusion
- Haematomas
- Mass classification (solid, cystic, or mixed)
- Post-surgical complications such as abscess, oedema
- Certain bone conditions, including arthritis
What to Expect
Before the procedure, the sonographer will explain the scanning process. They will then ask you to remove your shoes and socks before lying on the examination bed. Some gel will be applied to your foot, and the ultrasound probe will be moved in various directions. You might have to move your foot during scanning to assess the affected area while in motion.
The sonographer will go over the results in detail with you after the examination. A thorough ultrasound report will also be given to you to take home.
Book your foot ultrasound now at Sonoclinic to get the answers you need for proper treatment!