Pain management — may help reduce pain in selected musculoskeletal conditions.
Soft-tissue injuries — used as an adjunct in the rehabilitation of muscle, tendon, and ligament injuries.
Joint stiffness — may be used alongside stretching and mobilization to improve tissue flexibility.
Tendinopathy — sometimes used as part of a broader rehabilitation program.
Scar tissue and tissue tightness — can be used with stretching/manual therapy when appropriate.
Muscle spasm — may help reduce discomfort and improve tissue relaxation in some cases.
Phonophoresis — ultrasound has also been used to assist topical medication delivery through the skin, although evidence for clinical benefit varies.
