Handheld devices for joint inflammation

Handheld therapeutic ultrasound (home-use units)

Small ultrasound units used for symptomatic pain and soft‑tissue support; protocol and clinical effect depend heavily on dose and indication.

Dantas LO, Osani MC, Bannuru RR. (2021). Therapeutic ultrasound for knee osteoarthritis: systematic review and meta‑analysis with GRADE assessment. Brazilian Journal of Physical Therapy, 25(6):688‑697. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bjpt.2021.11.001