Local Dynamic Micro-Ultrasound (LDM) is a form of treatment that uses high-frequency sound waves to create microscopic bubbles in the skin. These bubbles are thought to stimulate the production of collagen, a protein that helps to maintain the structure and strength of the skin. LDM is also known as Local Dynamic Micro-massage, as it is believed to work by massaging the skin at a microscopic level.
Dr Gerard Ee consults at The Clifford Clinic, 50 Raffles Place, Singapore.
Benefits of LDM for eczema and psoriasis
LDM has a number of potential benefits, including reducing inflammation, improving skin hydration, and promoting the healing of damaged skin. It is a non-invasive treatment that can be performed on a variety of skin types and concerns, including eczema and psoriasis.
The physics behind LDM micro-ultrasound
The physics behind LDM involve the use of high-frequency sound waves, which are beyond the range of human hearing. These sound waves are transmitted through a handheld device and are focused on a specific area of the skin. When the sound waves reach the skin, they cause the formation of microscopic bubbles, which then implode and release energy. This energy is thought to stimulate the production of collagen and other skin-repairing proteins, as well as increase blood flow to the treated area.
Combining LDM with phototherapy
In the treatment of eczema and psoriasis, LDM may be used in combination with other therapies, such as phototherapy. Phototherapy involves exposing the skin to controlled amounts of natural or artificial light, and is often used to reduce inflammation and improve symptoms. LDM may be combined with phototherapy using ultraviolet B (UVB) light, which is thought to be particularly effective in the treatment of these conditions.
Book a consultation with Dr Gerard Ee at The Clifford Clinic
Dr Gerard Ee consults at The Clifford Clinic, 50 Raffles Place, Singapore. Consultations are by appointment. Message the clinic on WhatsApp, or call 6532 2048.
This page is written from published research and from clinical experience in Singapore since 2012. It is for general education, not medical advice. Whether a treatment suits you, what it may achieve and what it may risk can only be established at a consultation. Dr Gerard Ee is the Medical Director of The Clifford Clinic, a private clinic in Singapore, and treatments discussed on this site are provided commercially.
