48 devices · GMDN 40774
Hand-held ultrasound applicators are reusable devices used in physical therapy to deliver focused ultrasound energy to tissues. Clinically, they generate thermal and nonthermal effects to enhance blood flow, reduce inflammation, and promote tissue healing in targeted areas, often used for musculoskeletal or soft tissue injuries.
These devices are typically regulated as medical devices and may require compliance with safety and performance standards depending on the jurisdiction. They are generally supplied as part of a larger ultrasound system and must meet specific engineering and safety criteria for transducer output and patient interface.
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