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How does ultrasound work to heal bone fractures?

No one knows for sure, though there are many theories. Some think ultrasound mimics signals our body sends that triggers bone building. Others believe the sound waves are absorbed by the bone, causing needed chemicals to move across the bone's surface and help it heal. More time and research will be needed to tell what really happens. The most important thing is that it appears to work, and without the side effects of more aggressive treatments, such as surgery.


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