Musculoskeletal Ultrasound in Evansville

Musculoskeletal Ultrasound in Evansville, WI

Core Physical Therapy is one of the few outpatient physical therapy clinics in the region offering in-house diagnostic musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound. This advanced imaging technology allows our trained therapists to visualize muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints in real time — right in our clinic, during your visit.

What Is MSK Ultrasound?

Musculoskeletal ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to produce detailed images of soft tissue structures. Unlike MRI, it’s performed in real time, allowing your therapist to see how tissues move and respond during examination. It’s non-invasive, radiation-free, and provides immediate results.

How We Use It

Our licensed therapists use MSK ultrasound to:

• Identify the source of pain — visualize tears, inflammation, fluid, and structural abnormalities that may not be apparent through physical examination alone
• Guide treatment decisions — see what’s happening inside the tissue to create more targeted, effective treatment plans
• Track healing progress — monitor tissue changes over the course of rehab to adjust treatment and confirm recovery
• Support referrals — when imaging findings suggest the need for further workup, we provide referring physicians with ultrasound images and a detailed clinical summary

Common Conditions We Image

• Rotator cuff tears and tendinopathy
• Tennis and golfer’s elbow (lateral and medial epicondylitis)
• Achilles tendon injuries
• Plantar fasciitis
• Muscle strains and tears
• Joint effusions and bursitis
• Ligament sprains
• Carpal tunnel and other nerve entrapments

What Makes This Different

Most outpatient PT clinics treat based on clinical examination alone. At Core PT, our trained therapists can see the tissue in real time. This means faster, more accurate diagnosis, more targeted treatment, and better communication with your referring provider. When we send a progress report that includes ultrasound images showing tissue healing, it changes the conversation.

For Referring Providers

We welcome referrals from physicians, orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine providers, and other specialists. When you refer a patient to Core PT, you can expect:

• Diagnostic ultrasound imaging with clinical correlation included in progress notes and reports
• Direct communication if imaging findings suggest the need for advanced imaging (MRI) or specialist referral (orthopedic surgery, regenerative medicine)
• Timely, detailed documentation that supports your clinical decision-making

To refer a patient or learn more:

Phone: (608) 882-9080
Fax: (608) 882-9081
Email: corept4me@gmail.com