Central Massachusetts Podiatry
Podiatrists located in Worcester, MA & Westborough, MA
Diagnostic Ultrasound for Foot and Ankle Conditions
Whether it's your workday, workouts, or family life, chronic foot or ankle pain can disrupt whatever you do. At Central Massachusetts Podiatry, we provide precise, real-time imaging to guide your treatment. Available the same day in our Worcester & Westborough clinics to pinpoint the cause of your pain and get you on the path of relief.
What Is Diagnostic Ultrasound in Podiatry?
Diagnostic ultrasound works much like the device used during pregnancy to capture images of a baby in the womb. In podiatry, we use this safe, non-invasive tool to see tendons, ligaments, joints, and even bone in real time. Unlike X-rays or MRIs, ultrasound allows our podiatrists to gently move and stress your joints during the scan, giving a more complete understanding of what’s causing your pain.
Conditions Diagnosed with Foot and Ankle Ultrasound
 Our podiatrists use diagnostic ultrasound to evaluate a wide range of conditions with precision and accuracy. Â
- Plantar fasciitis
- Tendonities or Tendon injuries (Achilles, peroneal, posterior tibial)
- Ligament sprains or Muscle strains
- Neuromas
- Cysts and bursitis
- Inflammatory conditions
Here’s a video that explains how ultrasound helps diagnose common foot conditions:
How the Procedure Works
Preparation: Remove your shoe and sock. The foot is positioned comfortably.
Scanning: The podiatrist moves a handheld device over the area, sending sound waves through the tissues. It takes about 45 minutes or more, depending on the area being scanned.
Image created: Returning echoes form a live image on the screen.
Review: Images are interpreted on the spot by our board-certified podiatrists.
Done: The test is painless, safe, and radiation-free.
Ultrasound-Guided Foot Treatment
Beyond diagnosis, ultrasound also guides treatment. If a problem area is identified, our podiatrists can use live imaging to precisely deliver therapies, including steroid injections, amniotic tissue allografts, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), or shockwave treatments directly to the site of injury. Â
In this quick demonstration, you'll see how an ultrasound-guided injection is performed for a Morton’s neuroma by one of our podiatrists, Dr Donald Pelto, showcasing the precision and effectiveness of delivering targeted treatment using real-time imaging.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why Choose Central Massachusetts Podiatry?
Experienced Specialists
Our board-certified podiatrists have years of training and hands-on experience diagnosing and treating complex foot and ankle conditions.
Advanced In-Office Technology
With diagnostic ultrasound available on-site, you don’t have to wait weeks for imaging appointments elsewhere. You’ll get clarity and answers the same day.
Streamlined Foot Care
From diagnosis to treatment planning, everything happens in one place. If needed, we can also use ultrasound to precisely guide treatments such as injections or shockwave therapy.
Schedule Your Diagnostic Ultrasound Today
Get fast, accurate imaging and a clear treatment plan during your visit at Central Massachusetts Podiatry. With same-day diagnostic ultrasound available in Worcester and Westborough clinics, our podiatrists can help you find the cause of your foot or ankle pain and start the right care immediately. Walk-ins are welcome Mondays thru Fridays from 8 am to 4 pm or you can or book your consultation in advance at your convenience—schedule an appointment now.
JOE A.
I have found my Podiatrist for life and would highly recommend
Donald Pelto to those seeking a Podiatrist.
ARLO S.
No waiting. Quick xrays. Courteous staff. Full explanations of results.
MELANIE A.
Office was very professional, answered all questions and I was taken right in with no waiting for appointment.
MARGUERITE G.
Staff have always been welcoming, accommodating and professional.
WORDS FROM OUR PATIENTS
Central Massachusetts Podiatry, Worcester, MA
Phone:Â 508-757-4003
Text:Â 508-625-7774
Address: 299 Lincoln Street, Suite 202, Worcester, MA 01605
Central Massachusetts Podiatry, Westborough, MA
Phone:Â 508-757-4003
Text:Â 508-625-7774
Address: 24 Lyman Street, Suite 180, Westborough, MA 01581Â
