Ultrasound Imaging

Musculoskeletal ultrasound is a powerful, non-invasive diagnostic and procedural tool that uses high-frequency sound waves to produce real-time images of soft tissue structures - tendons, ligaments, muscles, nerves, and fluid collections - with remarkable resolution. Unlike X-ray, which reveals only bone, ultrasound allows Dr. Golan to directly visualize soft tissue pathology: tendon tears and thickening, plantar fascia inflammation, Morton's neuroma, ganglionic cysts, and bursae. Ultrasound is also invaluable as a guidance tool for injections - when the target structure is small, deep, or surrounded by sensitive anatomy, ultrasound guidance ensures the needle is placed precisely at the intended target, maximizing effectiveness and minimizing discomfort. Ultrasound is radiation-free, painless, and produces results in real time during your appointment.

Ultrasound examination requires no special preparation. A small amount of hypoallergenic gel is applied to the area being examined, and Dr. Golan moves a handheld probe (transducer) over the skin surface. The examination is painless and takes 10-20 minutes depending on the area being assessed. You can see the images on the monitor in real time as Dr. Golan explains findings. When ultrasound is used to guide an injection, the needle tip is visualized throughout placement, confirming precise delivery into the target structure. This is especially valuable for Morton's neuroma injections, peroneal tendon injections, and plantar fascia releases.