The Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (MSKUS) course is a comprehensive program that provides in-depth training on the practical aspects of MSKUS, including diagnostic ultrasound and ultrasound-guided procedures. Through step-by-step instruction and hands-on scanning demonstrations with a patient model, this course is designed to equip learners with the skills needed to incorporate MSKUS into their practice. The training covers both upper and lower extremities and includes applications in pediatrics, physiatry, and sports medicine.
Key Topics Covered
- Scanning techniques for joint areas including the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, hip, knee, foot, and ankle
- Ultrasound-guided procedures and techniques
- Use of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound in sports medicine and pediatrics
- Regenerative medicine and MSKUS indications
- Practical aspects of coding, billing, credentialing, and certification in MSKUS
- Image optimization and identification of anatomic structures
- Evaluation and diagnostic techniques
- Patient and machine positioning
- Probe handling and positioning techniques
- Preparing accurate and stable ultrasound images
- Techniques for needle visualization
- Utilization of various ultrasound machines
- Certification and credentialing in MSKUS
Who This Course is For ?
This course is ideal for:
- Rheumatologists (both adult and pediatric)
- Physiatrists
- Orthopedists with an interest in diagnostic MSKUS and procedure guidance
- Anesthesiologists specializing in pain medicine and management
- Nurse practitioners and medical assistants in rheumatology or orthopedic practices
- Podiatrists
- Course Structure
- The course combines video lectures and PDF resources, offering:
Topics range from a basic introduction to ultrasound techniques for various joints to practical sessions on coding, billing, and credentialing, as well as specific applications in sports medicine and pediatrics. The course includes practice sessions for hands-on learning and concludes with an interactive ‘Ask Me Anything’ session to address all participant queries.
