Abstract: An ultrasonic probe is provided. The probe includes a base member and an ultrasonic transducer housed by the base member. The probe also includes an intermediary damping member secured to the base member. The damping member includes an interior cavity for receiving an acoustic coupling fluid. The probe may optionally be secured to a flexible intermediary buffer. In an alternative embodiment, a coupling member is secured to the base member. The coupling member includes an interior cavity for receiving an acoustic coupling fluid. The coupling member also includes a malleable contacting surface for contacting an anatomical structure during use. Another alternative embodiment of the invention includes a transducer housing, an ultrasonic transducer mounted in the housing, and a flexible cushioned pad directly secured to a periphery of the transducer housing.

Abstract: An ultrasonic transducer probe and handle housing including an elongated base having a longitudinal axis and a multiple-angled handle. A first stem portion extends from the base along a first stem axis that forms an inclined angle with the base longitudinal axis. A second stem portion merges with the first stem portion and extends along a second stem axis that forms an inclined angle with the first stem axis. In an alternative embodiment, the probe and handle housing includes a handle having proximal and distal ends. In this embodiment, the proximal end is coupled to the base and the distal end extends away from the base in a lateral direction with respect to the longitudinal axis of the base. Additionally, a stand-off pad may be removably affixed to the base and may be adapted to contain a fluid.