MSK US Training Level 2 Intermediate/Advanced Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

The use of musculoskeletal ultrasound (MSK US) has grown substantially over the past two decades. A study examining MSK US utilization between 2003 and 2015 reported a 347% increase in volume across various healthcare disciplines, including medicine, chiropractic, physical therapy, and podiatry. The growing adoption of MSK ultrasound can be attributed to its portability, superior spatial resolution for superficial soft-tissue structures compared with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), real-time dynamic assessment capabilities, and absence of ionizing radiation. Collectively, these attributes position MSK ultrasound as a transformative diagnostic modality that enhances clinical decision-making and patient care across diverse healthcare settings.

• •Demonstrate advanced scanning techniques and probe manipulation for complex musculoskeletal structures
• •Identify and differentiate normal anatomy from pathological findings in intermediate to advanced clinical scenarios
• •Apply dynamic ultrasound assessment to evaluate tissue function and movement patterns in real-time
• •Integrate MSK ultrasound findings into evidence-based clinical decision-making and treatment planning
• •Recognize artifacts, limitations, and potential pitfalls in ultrasound image interpretation at an advanced level
• •Develop proficiency in guidance techniques for therapeutic interventions using ultrasound visualization