What is the temperature increase range associated with a mild ultrasound treatment?

In the context of ultrasound treatment in athletic training, the primary goal is to promote tissue healing through increased temperature, which enhances metabolic activity and helps reduce pain. Mild ultrasound treatment typically leads to a temperature increase in the range of about 1 degree Celsius. This level of thermal effect is enough to facilitate the physiological changes required for therapeutic benefits without risking damage to the tissues or provoking inflammation.

Higher temperature increases, such as those indicated in the other options, are associated with moderate or vigorous ultrasound treatments, which may be used for different therapeutic objectives, such as deeper tissue penetration or more intense pain relief. However, such treatments can also carry a higher risk of adverse effects if not properly monitored. Therefore, for mild ultrasound treatment, the most accurate range indicating the expected physiological response is around 1 degree Celsius.