Muscle ultrasound

Muscle ultrasound is a non-invasive ultrasound examination used to assess acute and chronic muscle injuries, including hematomas, partial and complete ruptures of muscle fibers. The examination is painless, radiation-free, and especially useful in sports medicine and traumatology. At Drinković Polyclinic, the examination is performed quickly, with expert interpretation of the findings.

When is a muscle ultrasound performed?

• sudden pain in the muscle after exertion or injury
• swelling, tenderness, or a visible bruise (hematoma)
• suspicion of a partial or complete muscle rupture
• sports injuries (thigh, calf, upper arm)
• monitoring healing and return to sports activities

What is examined?

• structure of muscle fibers
• presence and size of a hematoma
• partial and complete ruptures
• surrounding soft tissues and fascia

Advantages of muscle ultrasound examination

• radiation-free and painless examination
• high sensitivity for acute injuries
• dynamic assessment during contraction
• quick findings on the same day

Why choose muscle ultrasound at Drinković Polyclinic?

• experienced radiologists
• modern high-resolution ultrasound equipment
• fast appointment without waiting
• possibility of further diagnostic work-up (MRI) in one place

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