When it comes to medical imaging, ultrasounds are often the go-to choice for many medical specialists. Their non-invasive nature and immediate results make them invaluable for diagnosis and monitoring. But ultrasounds, like most medical procedures, typically take place in a hospital or testing facility.
At American River Visiting Providers, we can bring the ultrasounds to you. Not only does this offer benefits such as convenience and comfort, but it may offer medical benefits as well.
Potential Medical Benefits of At Home Ultrasounds
The primary purpose of at-home ultrasounds is convenience. For those of limited mobility, for example, at home ultrasounds make obtaining results easier and more comfortable. Our primary focus is on your comfort. But there is reason to believe that these ultrasounds also offer medical benefits, including:
- Reduced Stress and Anxiety – Being in a familiar environment can reduce patient anxiety, which is especially beneficial for certain procedures or populations. Lower stress levels can result in clearer images, as some ultrasounds require the patient to be as still and relaxed as possible. Stress can also interfere with certain physiological parameters that might be under observation.
- Better Patient Compliance – Some patients, especially those with chronic conditions, may need frequent ultrasounds. When they can get these procedures done at home, they’re more likely to comply with the recommended schedule, leading to better monitoring and outcomes.
- Reduced Exposure to Pathogens – Especially relevant in situations like the COVID-19 pandemic, at-home services reduce the need for vulnerable individuals to be exposed to environments where they might come into contact with contagious diseases.
- Continuous Monitoring – For conditions that require regular or continuous monitoring, home-based ultrasound systems can provide data over longer periods than would be feasible in a hospital or clinic setting.
- Immediate Post-Procedural Rest/Eating – Certain ultrasound-guided procedures or the conditions being monitored might require rest immediately afterward, or may have required not eating for 8 hours. Being already at home, the patient can grab food immediately or rest as needed.
- Holistic Patient Assessment – Providing care in a patient’s home allows the healthcare provider to gain insights into the patient’s living conditions, which can be valuable for a holistic understanding of the patient’s health and wellbeing.
- Improved Doctor-Patient Relationship – The intimacy and trust of being invited into a patient’s home can foster a better doctor-patient relationship. This can lead to more open communication, better understanding of the patient’s concerns, and more personalized care.
- Potential for Better Quality Images – For patients who have mobility issues or cannot be positioned easily on standard hospital or clinic ultrasound tables, being at home might offer more flexible positioning options, leading to better quality images.
Our focus at American River Visiting Providers is to make sure that you’re receiving high quality care in a place of comfort But there are also many potential medical benefits as well.
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