What does ultrasound frequency affect?

Ultrasound frequency determines tissue penetration depth and treatment effect: higher frequencies are more superficial, lower frequencies penetrate deeper.

Which frequencies are used in therapeutic ultrasound?

Common therapeutic frequencies are around 1 MHz for deeper tissues and 3 MHz for more superficial tissues, chosen based on treatment depth.

Can ultrasound be used for all conditions and tissues?

No. Effectiveness depends on frequency, tissue type and indication; some conditions are contraindications. See the prior episode on contraindications for details: https://www.medimarket.com/blog/contraindications-of-ultrasound-treatment

Where can I watch the video about ultrasound frequencies?

The fourth episode in the therapeutic ultrasound series is available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y5EPL00h2AQ (embedded in the article).

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What to know about ultrasound frequencies

The frequency of the ultrasound wave primarily determines how deeply it can penetrate tissues and thus what effect it is capable of producing. I discuss this in the fourth episode of my video series on therapeutic ultrasound treatment. You can watch the previous episode (Contraindications of ultrasound treatment) by clicking here.

The frequency of the ultrasound wave primarily determines how deeply it can penetrate tissues and thus what effect it is capable of producing.

I discuss this in the fourth episode of my video series about therapeutic ultrasound treatment.

You can watch the previous episode (Contraindications of ultrasound treatment) by clicking here.

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