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Ultrasound physiotherapy

Ultrasound therapy for the effective treatment of muscle and joint complaints, pain relief and to promote healing in various diseases.
Ultrasound therapy for the effective treatment of muscle and joint complaints, pain relief and to promote healing in various diseases.

Typical areas of application:

Typical areas of application:

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Our stations for Ultrasound physiotherapy

Together with you, we select the most suitable methods from the various areas of physiotherapy. You can choose which physiotherapist you would like to be treated by at our locations in and around Zurich.

Physio Station Affoltern

  • affoltern@physio-station.ch
  • 043 322 30 40
  • Jonas-Furrer-Strasse 21
    8046 Zurich-Affoltern
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Physio Station Albisrieden

  • albisrieden@physio-station.ch
  • 043 243 43 50
  • Badenerstrasse 296
    8004 Zurich
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Physio Station Dietikon

  • dietikon@physio-station.ch
  • 043 233 04 04
  • Löwenstrasse 15
    8953 Dietikon
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Physio Station Schlieren

  • info@physio-station.ch
  • 044 730 10 00
  • Bahnhofstrasse 6
    8952 Schlieren
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What is ultrasound therapy?

Ultrasound therapy is a form of electrotherapy in which sound waves are used to generate heat in body tissue. This heat can help to stimulate blood circulation, relieve existing pain and accelerate the healing of injuries by removing swelling, inflammation and waste products. The therapy is carried out using an ultrasound device which generates sound waves that are transmitted into the tissue. The sound waves can penetrate up to five centimetres deep into the tissue and create a kind of micro-massage in the treatment area.

Who is ultrasound physiotherapy suitable for?

Ultrasound therapy is particularly suitable for people who suffer from chronic pain or are recovering from injuries. It is often used to treat joint and spinal disorders, but can also be helpful for a variety of other conditions and complaints. In particular, ultrasound therapy provides relief for the following conditions and complaints:

  • Chronic pain in the tendon insertions due to wear and tear or incorrect loading
  • Injuries to ligaments, tendons and bursae
  • Bone wall formation (periostosis)
  • Superficial osteoarthritis (joint wear)
  • Delayed bone healing after fractures
  • Soft tissue injuries due to accidents (contusion, sprain)
  • Spinal syndrome
  • Rheumatic diseases
  • Chronic inflammatory diseases

Who is not a suitable candidate for ultrasound physiotherapy?

Although ultrasound therapy is safe and effective for many people, there are some situations and conditions in which it is not recommended. For example, the therapy should not be used on people with acute infections, infectious diseases or feverish conditions.

In addition, ultrasound therapy is not suitable for people with:

  • Inflammation of superficial veins with clot formation
  • Deep vein occlusion due to a blood clot
  • Pathologically increased bleeding tendency
  • Tumours that have not been investigated
  • Proven arteriosclerosis (‘hardening of the arteries’)
  • Joint prostheses (treatment in the area of the prosthesis -> risk of loosening the prosthesis)

In addition, ultrasound should not be used on certain parts of the body, such as the testicles, the eyeballs and the area of the uterus in pregnant women.

How does ultrasound treatment work in physiotherapy?

Ultrasound therapy uses sound waves to generate heat in the body tissue. This is done by moving an ultrasound transducer over the area of the body to be treated. The sound waves penetrate up to five centimetres into the tissue, where they create a kind of micro-massage that generates frictional heat. The massage and warming of the tissue can help to relieve pain and promote the healing process.

The treatment begins with our therapists applying a special ultrasound gel to the area of the body to be treated. This gel provides an optimal connection between your skin and the ultrasound transducer, thus enabling the transmission of the sound waves. The sound waves are emitted either continuously or in pulses from the device’s transducer.

Ultraphonophoresis is a special form of ultrasound therapy in which additional medication, such as anti-inflammatory agents, are introduced into your body via the ultrasound waves.

The benefits of ultrasound therapy

Ultrasound therapy offers a number of benefits. It can help to relieve pain, improve your mobility and speed up the healing process after an injury. Another advantage of ultrasound therapy is that it is non-invasive and usually has few side effects. In some cases, ultrasound physiotherapy can even be an alternative to invasive treatments such as surgery.

Questions and answers

Do you have any questions? Here are some of the most common ones:

No, physiotherapy with ultrasound is usually not painful. Some patients report a slight tingling sensation or a slight warmth during treatment with ultrasound waves, but this is usually not perceived as unpleasant.

As a rule, ultrasound therapy is applied several times a week. How often it is actually applied depends on your specific situation. Our therapists will recommend the most appropriate frequency based on your state of health.

Yes, there are mobile ultrasound units for physiotherapy that you can use at home. However, it is important that you receive expert guidance from our therapists before using them at home to ensure that you are using them correctly.

Although the use of ultrasound in physiotherapy is generally safe, there are risks. For example, an overdose can cause tissue death. If you feel pain during or after therapy, you should report it to our physiotherapists immediately.

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Prevent chronic complaints by exercising regularly.
With a training subscription at the Physio Station, you not only relieve acute pain, but also prevent recurring symptoms in the long term. At the same time, you improve your mobility and strengthen your muscles. In this way, you can improve your quality of life in the long term and lead an active, pain-free life.
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To meet your individual needs, we offer flexible appointment options that allow you to find a treatment time that fits your schedule.

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For which station would you like to make an appointment?
Physio Station
Affoltern

Jonas-Furrer-Strasse 21
8046 Zurich-Affoltern

Physio Station
Albisrieden

Badenerstrasse 296
8004 Zurich

Physio Station
Dietikon

Löwenstrasse 15
8953 Dietikon

Physio Station
Schlieren

Bahnhofstrasse 6
8952 Schlieren

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4.9
Based on 208 reviews
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Your specialists for physio in and around Zurich

At the Physio Station, we offer customised therapies to restore and improve your physical health. With state-of-the-art equipment and highly qualified physiotherapists, we are here for a variety of medical needs.

Your physiotherapy in and around Zurich

At the Physio Station, we offer customised therapies to restore and improve your physical health. With state-of-the-art equipment and highly qualified physiotherapists, we are here for a variety of medical needs.

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Affoltern
  • Jonas-Furrer-Strasse 21
    8046 Zurich-Affoltern
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Albisrieden
  • Badenerstrasse 296
    8004 Zurich
Physio Station
Dietikon
  • Löwenstrasse 15
    8953 Dietikon
Physio Station
Schlieren
  • Bahnhofstrasse 6
    8952 Schlieren
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Physio Station
Affoltern
  • Jonas-Furrer-Strasse 21
    8046 Zurich-Affoltern
Physio Station
Albisrieden
  • Badenerstrasse 296
    8004 Zurich
Physio Station
Dietikon
  • Löwenstrasse 15
    8953 Dietikon
Physio Station
Schlieren
  • Bahnhofstrasse 6
    8952 Schlieren
Physio Station Affoltern
Physio Station Albisrieden
Physio Station Dietikon
Physio Station Schlieren
For which station would you like to make an appointment?
Physio Station
Affoltern
  • Jonas-Furrer-Strasse 21
    8046 Zurich-Affoltern
Physio Station
Albisrieden
  • Badenerstrasse 296
    8004 Zurich
Physio Station
Dietikon
  • Löwenstrasse 15
    8953 Dietikon
Physio Station
Schlieren
  • Bahnhofstrasse 6
    8952 Schlieren