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Hip Ultrasound


Why is this procedure done?


An ultrasound uses sound waves to make images or pictures. The ultrasound can also show movement inside of the body. Doctors use this information to learn more about your hip and any problems you may be having. ‚  
There are a few kinds of ultrasounds: ‚  
  • A regular ultrasound shows pictures in thin, flat sections of the body. A 3-dimensional or 3-D ultrasound will show pictures with more depth.
  • A Doppler ultrasound is often used to show blood flow through an area.

An ultrasound may be done in a special unit at the hospital or in your doctors office. In the hospital, the ultrasound machine may be brought to your bedside. ‚  
Your doctor may order an ultrasound for many reasons. The doctor may want to: ‚  
  • Look at your muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, bones, and soft tissues in your hip
  • Learn more about pain or swelling from injuries or arthritis
  • See structures in your hip to guide a needle or biopsy
  • Learn more about a tumor or blockage

What happens before the procedure?


Most often you do not need to do anything to prepare for this test. You will need to lie still. Babies and young children may need some help with this. You may need to feed them before the test. Having a book or toys for distraction may also help keep them still. Check with your doctor about what you need to do for your test. ‚  

What happens during the procedure?


  • You will be asked to lie down on a bed. The technician will place a small amount of gel on the area where they want to see the structures. The gel helps the sound waves move inside the body.
  • The technician will use a probe and will move it around your skin. The probe puts out sound waves. The sound waves bounce off your bones and the structures inside your body. A computer picks up the sound waves and changes them into pictures.
  • You can see the pictures on a monitor beside the bed. The technician will move the probe over different parts of your body to help get a clear and complete picture. The technician may take still pictures or a videotape of moving images. Sometimes, the technician may press the probe more firmly to get a clearer view of an area. When this happens, there may be some slight discomfort. You may be asked to change positions or hold your breath for a few seconds.
  • The procedure takes about 30 minutes.

What happens after the procedure?


  • The technician will wipe off the gel. Your doctor will look at the printed images or videotape. You can go home right after your procedure.
  • The results will show if there are any problems with your hip or structures in the area. Your doctor will talk about the results with you.

What care is needed at home?


You may go back to your normal activities when you go home. ‚  

What follow-up care is needed?


  • The results will help your doctor understand your signs. You may need other tests or procedures.
  • Your doctor may ask you to make visits to the office to check on your progress. Be sure to keep these visits.

What problems could happen?


Ultrasound tests do not cause any problems to your health. You do not come in contact with any radiation from an ultrasound. ‚  

Where can I learn more?


American College of Radiology ‚  
http://www.radiologyinfo.org/en/info.cfm?pg=us-hip ‚  
Kids Health ‚  
http://kidshealth.org/parent/system/medical/ultrasound_hip.html#cat20728 ‚  

Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer


This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from your health care provider. This is only a brief summary of general information. It does NOT include all information about conditions, illnesses, injuries, tests, procedures, treatments, therapies, discharge instructions or life-style choices that may apply to you. You must talk with your health care provider for complete information about your health and treatment options. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to accept your health care providers advice, instructions or recommendations. Only your health care provider has the knowledge and training to provide advice that is right for you. ‚  

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