Ultrasonography of peripheral nerves
Peripheral nerve ultrasonography is a diagnostic examination that uses ultrasound waves to visualize peripheral nerves, their structure, and surrounding tissues. This method helps detect nerve thickening, compression, trauma, or other pathology, providing an accurate picture of the condition of the nerves and possible areas of damage. The examination is painless and non-invasive, and can be repeated without risk to the patient. Peripheral nerve USG is often used in conjunction with electrophysiological tests to more accurately diagnose nerve damage and plan treatment.
How is peripheral nerve ultrasound performed?
During an ultrasound of peripheral nerves, the patient usually sits or lies in a comfortable position so that the area being examined is freely accessible. A special gel is applied to the skin over the nerve, which improves the conduction of ultrasound waves. The doctor moves a small sensor over the area being examined, obtaining real-time images of the nerve structure and surrounding tissues. The procedure is painless, and the patient usually feels only light pressure on the sensor. If necessary, the doctor asks the patient to move the part of the body being examined, such as the fingers or the elbow joint, in different positions.
Length of examination
30-55 minutes
Preparation
No special preparation required
What will the customer feel?
Sensor movement over the skin surface. The examination is painless.
Restrictions
Yes, in individual cases.
Advantages of the method
The main advantages of peripheral nerve ultrasonography are that it is a harmless, painless, and non-invasive method that provides a direct visual representation of the structure of the nerves, allows the detection of compression, thickening, or injury, and helps plan treatment or monitor the progress of nerve damage.
Results and conclusion
will be issued by the doctor after the examination
What can be assessed using peripheral nerve ultrasound?
Using peripheral nerve ultrasound, it is possible to assess:
- the structure and size of the nerves, including thickening or thinning;
- nerve damage or compression, for example, due to trauma or ligamentous pressure;
- the condition of the surrounding tissues, including foci of inflammation or edema;
- cysts, nodules, or tumors near the nerve;
- the effectiveness of treatment or rehabilitation by monitoring nerve recovery after injury.
In what cases should peripheral nerve ultrasound be performed?
Ultrasound of peripheral nerves should be performed in the following cases:
- if there is pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the extremities;
- if there is suspicion of nerve compression or pinching, such as carpal tunnel syndrome;
- if it is necessary to evaluate nerve trauma or injury;
- to monitor the effectiveness of treatment or rehabilitation after nerve damage;
- if there is suspicion of cysts, nodules, or tumors near the nerves.
