The Raleigh Hand to Shoulder Center now offers in-office ultrasound to aid in the treatment of various hand and arm conditions. This cutting-edge device has allowed us to deliver point of care diagnostic and therapeutic techniques that were previously not possible.
Advantages of In-Office Ultrasound for Hand and Arm Conditions
In-office ultrasound has benefits for both expediting care and lowering healthcare costs to the patient. In some instances, we are able to perform diagnostic evaluation of a joint or other body part without the need for an expensive MRI or other advanced imaging study. Likewise, in office ultrasound has been shown to be as effective as nerve conduction studies for the diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome.
In-Office Ultrasound: Empowering Diagnosis and Treatment
Some patients can not have MRI scans or CT scans performed due to previous implants in the body. The in office ultrasound machine allows us to provide diagnostic capabilities to those patients in a safe, timely, and cost-effective manner.
Enhanced Patient Experience: Ultrasound at Raleigh Hand to Shoulder Center
Some therapeutic steroid injections require advanced imaging to accurately place the needle. For instance, shoulder joint injections are sometimes performed with X-ray needle localization, which is typically done at a radiologist’s office. In many cases, we can avoid this referral by providing the injection under ultrasound guidance on the day of the office visit.
Affordable Excellence: High-Quality, Low-Cost Care with In-Office Ultrasound
The fees associated with ultrasound techniques performed in the office are significantly lower than other options. At the Raleigh Hand to Shoulder Center, we are proud to offer high quality, low cost care to our patients. The addition of in-office ultrasound allows us to further enhance our ability to achieve this goal.
Contact Our Raleigh Orthopedic Surgery Center Today and Ask About Our In-Office Ultrasound
Ready to make an appointment for our in-office ultrasound for reliable diagnosis in hand and shoulder treatments in Raleigh?
Get started today by filling out the form on the right-hand side of this page. You can also give us a call directly using the phone call button and schedule an appointment button, both located at the top of this page.
Dr. Timothy Luchetti received his doctorate in medicine from the Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons in 2014. His orthopedic internship and residency occurred at Rush University in Chicago, IL, where he was directly involved in the care of athletes from the Chicago Bulls and Chicago White Sox. He completed his specialty training in Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in 2020.