Elastography

Elastography services offered in Concord, OH

At Concord Health and Wellness Center, Tina Joyce, DO, and the team use advanced diagnostic technology to help patients better understand their internal health. At their office in Concord, Ohio, they offer elastography imaging to evaluate tissue stiffness and detect potential abnormalities without invasive procedures. This non-invasive test provides valuable insight into liver and soft tissue health while keeping patient comfort a top priority. Call the office or schedule your appointment online to learn how elastography can support your care.

Elastography Q&A

What is elastography?

Elastography is a specialized ultrasound-based imaging technique that measures the stiffness or elasticity of body tissues. Changes in tissue stiffness can indicate inflammation, scarring, or disease progression. Elastography is commonly used to assess liver health, but it may also be helpful for evaluating other soft tissue concerns.

Unlike traditional imaging that focuses only on structure, elastography provides functional data about tissue quality. This allows providers to identify early changes that may not yet appear on standard ultrasound or blood tests.

At Concord Health and Wellness Center, elastography may be used to help evaluate:

Liver fibrosis or scarring
Fatty liver disease
Chronic liver conditions
Tissue inflammation
Abnormal imaging or lab findings
Ongoing liver health monitoring

Who may be a good candidate for elastography?

You may benefit from elastography if you have abnormal liver enzyme levels, metabolic conditions such as diabetes or obesity, a history of liver disease, or concerns related to alcohol use or viral hepatitis. Elastography is also helpful for patients who need regular monitoring but want to avoid repeated invasive testing. Your provider will determine if elastography is appropriate based on your medical history, symptoms, and overall health goals.

What happens during an elastography exam?

Your elastography appointment begins with a brief consultation to review your health history and testing needs. During the exam, you’ll lie comfortably on an exam table while your provider applies a handheld ultrasound probe to the skin over the area being evaluated.

The device uses gentle sound waves to assess tissue stiffness in real time. The exam is painless, requires no needles or sedation, and typically takes about 10–15 minutes. There is no downtime afterward, and most patients return to normal activities immediately.

Results are often available shortly after the exam, allowing your provider to discuss findings and next steps with you during the same visit.

What results can I expect from elastography?

Elastography provides clear measurements that help your provider assess tissue health and detect early changes before symptoms worsen. These results support personalized treatment planning, lifestyle recommendations, and ongoing monitoring strategies.

At Concord Health and Wellness Center, the team uses elastography results to guide preventive care, track improvements, and help patients protect long-term organ health. Your care plan is tailored to your unique needs and adjusted over time as your health changes.

To learn more about elastography imaging, call the office or schedule your appointment online today.