Musculoskeletal (MSK) Ultrasound

Your physician may recommend a Musculoskeletal Ultrasound if you have shoulder or foot pain or to determine the cause of any symptomatic muscle or joint. It is also an excellent option for patients who cannot have an MRI scan because of claustrophobia or contraindications like a pacemaker. 

A Musculoskeletal Ultrasound can identify torn muscles, tendons and ligaments, as well as abnormalities such as tendinitis, bursitis and fluid inside of joints. Ultrasound is also helpful for characterizing the nature of lumps and hernias. 

If this is your first Ultrasound, you may not be sure what to expect. Not to worry, we are here to guide you every step of the way. During a Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, warm gel is placed over the area to be tested and a probe is gently passed back and forth on your skin over the area to create and pick up sound waves, which are converted into an image on a screen.

When the imaging is complete, the clear gel will be wiped off of your skin. If any is left on the skin, it will dry like a powder and will not stain or discolor your clothing. Once the exam is complete, you may resume your normal activity level.

Contact our Scheduling Department for an appointment:

Phone: 703.698.4488 Monday through Friday 8am to 6pm

Fax: 703.698.0864

Or click here to make an appointment request

Please have your written physician order and your insurance card in hand when making your appointment.

For your convenience, appointments are available mornings and afternoons at the locations listed below. Learn more about each location.