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Ultrasound is using extremely high pitched sound to create a cross
section type image of tissues. It's been commonly used to image babies in the womb.
However, in recent years it's been used to get a closer look at inflammation and
soft-tissues. The studies don't seem to support the use of this technology for
detection of facet inflammation (as it's commonly used). There is
good literature support for identifying
painful discs and
lumbar stenosis. It's also commonly over-read by many
providers and all results should be confirmed by a good thorough physical exam and
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