Ultrasound devices have come a long way since they were first used in the 1950s. One thing that has not changed is their value. Ultrasound machines allow us to see images that examine the body’s internal organs more closely and are incremental to many medical processes today. These adaptive technologies are essential for medical professionals […]
By now everyone knows the value of the ultrasound machine. We realize that it allows us to not just determine the gender of a baby, but also helps in veterinary practices, can be beneficial in helping those with brain injuries and can even be used in treating kidney stones. But like everything in medicine, there is always something more […]
For decades, the stethoscope has been a standard part of any health examination, but as of early spring there is a new way to assess how a patient is doing. Introducing the handheld ultrasound. While the handheld ultrasound is not a new piece of equipment, its many uses are fast making it one of the […]
Although the use of ultrasound in medicine is nothing new, there is still no consensus on what a routine physical that includes the use of ultrasound should look like. Ideally, POCUS (point of care) is a part of every visit and skill, but for those new to the use of ultrasound as part of a […]
Most of us, when we think about space exploration, generally don’t put the words kidney stones and astronauts in the same sentence. However, it has been found over the years that astronauts are more prone to dealing with kidney stones within 2 years after having travelled to space. The thought is that this occurs as […]
When it comes the field of medicine there is always something new to learn. It might be a new way to achieve results, a safer more efficient procedure, a new treatment, a new cause and effect of a disease, a new use for an existing piece of equipment or any number of advancements and knowledge […]
When there is a brain related injury or illness, one the most frightening aspects is that medical science, while farther along than before, is limited in the scope of tests that can be ran and the procedures that can be done. Consequently, doctors and scientists around the globe have spent years doing experiments, running tests, […]
For many people, the word “ultrasound” conjures up images of being at the OB/GYN office and seeing images of their baby in the womb. For some, ultrasound might mean a means to lessen pain or to identify the source of the pain. However, there are many other ways that ultrasound equipment can be used. One […]
As medical professionals, you have very busy schedules. You work holidays, late nights and early mornings to keep your patients healthy. This is true whether your patients are people or someone’s furbabies. In fact, when you have a veterinary practice, you are faced with one additional challenge – your patients cannot talk to you. Consequently, […]
Every year there are more than 17,000 spinal cord injuries. These injuries come with various levels of recovery ranging from weaken mobility, less muscle strength, minimal levels of control over their limbs and in the worst scenarios, the complete loss of mobility or muscle control. In spinal cord injuries a common approach is to use […]
