Ultrasound was first used for clinical diagnosis in 1942 by Austrian psychiatrist and neurologist Karl Dussik. Because it uses sound waves ultrasound has been safely used on pregnant women since early sixties . Extensive studies over 40 years have found that ultrasound has not been to cause any harm to mother or unborn baby. Reassurance is provided by researchers that multiple prenatal ultrasounds from the early stages of pregnancy have not any negative effects on the growth or development of the fetus. Routine scanning of all pregnancies is part of prenatal care today and it is widely accepted everywhere as safe for both mother and baby. The majority of American women have 1 to 3 ultrasound examinations during the course of a normal pregnancy. In France an average of more than 4 ultrasounds are done per pregnancy.

In 3D/4D ultrasound scanning exactly the same type and intensity of Ultrasound is used as with conventional 2D scanning. In 1984 the first successful 3D ultrasound scan for obstetrics was developed in Japan, it compiled a series of 2-D slices into a 3-D picture. But it has really been in the last decade that advanced computer technology has made it possible to acquire, reconstruct, and display 3-D images quickly with high resolution.

When it comes to diagnostic application of ultrasound, 3D and 4D ultrasounds are not superior to 2D. There are some conditions not possible to diagnose with 3D/4D ultrasound views whereas 2D imaging would provide all the information needed. The diagnostic value of 3D ultrasound in non-obstetric imaging has been considered limited. However 3D ultrasound is the most advanced technology that can produce life-like images of the fetus that are as detailed as a photograph.
The natural desire of expecting parents to view and see their baby made 3D Ultrasound a popular tool for prenatal services. “There is no independent, confirmed evidence of harm from ultrasound, it probably is ethical to offer keepsake ultrasound to patients if there is no danger we can discern” says Joshua Copel, MD from Maternal-Fetal Medicine Section at Yale University School of Medicine.

The studies indicate the positive impact of 3D on maternal/paternal bonding with their developing baby. “3D Ultrasound is tremendously helpful for parents because they can see their baby as they will see their baby after birth, not in a represented slice, which for parents is hard to understand.” Said Dr. Mohine, an obstetrician from Hamilton Health Sciences Centre who uses 3D technology for high-risk pregnancies.

Information from the researchers also suggest improvement in undesirable maternal behaviors such as cutting down on smoking and drinking after seeing baby's real pictures with 3D technology. It also facilitates compliance with medical advice, which improves health outcomes for the mother and child.
Parents who are dissatisfied with their medical ultrasound scan, citing reasons such as not learning baby's gender and no extra family time reserved by the sonographers, use parental 3D Ultrasound services in a more friendly atmosphere.

There is a increasing level of interest for parental ultrasounds not as a replacement of the medical ultrasound but to develop connection with their baby and get reassurance. To ensure safety and satisfaction of the expectant families, 3D ultrasounds should be performed by certified technicians in the second or third trimester.

UC Baby brings this practice to the parents with high quality settings and extra care to recommended professional standards which made the company leader in the 3D Ultrasound Services in Canada.

UC Baby's ultrasound service is dedicated to have quality time for families in a relaxing and comfortable environment. UC Baby's Live Broadcasting service gives families opportunity to share their unique 3D ultrasound experience with anyone in the world through simultaneous internet connection. Expectant families can also get the recordings on CDs, DVDs as well as UC Baby's Heartbeat Bears. To learn more about UC Baby's service and view sample pictures please visit www.ucbaby.ca or call 1-866-299-6533 to book your appointment at one of UC Baby's 16 locations.

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Clearwater 3D Ultrasounds & Clearwater 4D Ultrasounds

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The people at Look Who’s Kickin’ Ultrasound in Clearwater, Florida aren’t fortune tellers but they can predict the future.  They will even give you the evidence to prove it!  Once you have your appointment with us, you will be looked after in our luxurious surroundings.  The whole experience is tailored so that you get the most out of your time with us, and leave with memories you will cherish forever.  Not forgetting pictures or a DVD to take home with you.

Some people call them ‘boutique ultrasounds’ or ‘designer ultrasounds’ and while this may be true, it is proving to be a valuable and unmissable part of pregnancy.  These ultrasounds aren’t designed to replace the scans done by your physician, and won’t tell you anything the physician can’t.  They are designed specifically for the expectant mom who wants to explore the pregnancy experience to its fullest.

There is no doubt that for a parent, seeing their unborn child still in the womb is an emotional experience.  The high quality 3D and 4D ultrasounds at Look Who’s Kickin’ take that a step further.  Not only will you be able to see you baby in glorious detail, but you will be able to take a picture or movie of the experience away with you.  All sessions are carried out by a fully qualified and certified Sonographer so you are completely safe in their hands.  They will work hard to ensure your experience is as pleasurable and as meaningful as possible.

The 3D ultrasound will provide you with a detailed image of your unborn child as it grows inside.  You will be able to take away pictures of the event to keep forever.  With a 4D ultrasound you will see a real-time moving image of your child, which you can take with you on CD or DVD.  These images are incredibly detailed and will allow you to see all the visible features of your child before it’s even born.
It is now widely acknowledged that expectant parents and siblings react emotionally to images of the unborn.  The family bond with the baby is formed much earlier and is measurably stronger when you can see it moving around inside womb as with a 4D ultrasound.  Being able to see it again at home only helps the family bond together and prepare for the impending birth.

The ultrasound isn’t stressful at all, but the staff at Look Who’s Kickin’ understands that being pregnant can be.  This is why you will be offered a massage therapy session tailored especially for expectant mothers.  You can choose from various treatments from just your shoulders or legs to the all over ‘Mom-To-Be Therapeutic Massage’.  This will allow you to turn an emotional experience into a physical one as you are fully pampered after your scan.

As with the ultrasound, the practitioners are fully trained and the massage techniques used are perfectly safe for an expectant mother.  So you can lie back and relax while our staff takes care of you!

Tendons are located at the ending of muscles and are what attach muscle to bones. Tendons are naturally resilient, but their shortage of flexibility and constant tugging due to their location make them more apt to tear. These minuscule tears cause irritation and soreness and this condition is known as tendinitis.

Indications of tendinitis can vary from tenderness and inflexibility in the general area of the affected tendon to seemingly blazing area surrounding the affected area. Hurting is going to most likely be at its worst during the day and/or after bodily activities. Tendon and joint sections may also be stiff the day after action. Those most affected by this condition generally use the same tendons for repetitive exercises or work, such as playing racquetball or pulling levers at a job.

Tendinitis can be prevented by consistently stretching muscles, especially the ones that get more use than the others. This causes the tendon's link to the muscle to increase in length and become more flexible and therefore, less likely to tear. Tendinitis can turn into a very severe problem if it is not recognized and cared for quickly. It is important to deal with the condition as soon as possible to prevent it from reaching a more brutal stage.

For chronic tendinitis, a portable home ultrasound machine can help relieve the pain and heal the condition. Ultrasound therapy treatments were once reserved only for pro athletes and those that could afford them. Now, you can utilize ultrasonic ultrasound to treat many painful conditions.

Therapeutic ultrasound treatment is a rehab method that uses sound waves to treat pain, inflammation and muscle spasm. Commonly utilized by chiropractors, doctors and physical therapists since the 1940s, the safety and effectiveness of ultrasound has long been established in the medical community. Ultra sound waves penetrate the surface layers of the skin, causing tissues to vibrate, producing a deep heat to soothe inflammation and relieve pain. In addition, ultra sonic devices increase blood flow and oxygen to reduce local swelling and speed the healing process.

Chronic conditions, such as tendinitis, means constant re-injury leading to additional scar tissue, decreased range of motion, limited performance and a life time of pain.

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