Imaging Muscle Ultrasound provides high-resolution images of muscle and can detect even subtle abnormalities. The dynamic capabilities of ultrasound allow identification of pathology not appreciable with static imaging. Ultrasound allows…
Imaging Tendon Ultrasound is an excellent imaging modality for assessing tendons. Evaluation of tendon and tendonopathy is one of the most frequent uses of ultrasound in musculoskeletal medicine. Tendons are…
Ultrasound Guidance for Injections Ultrasound is the ideal imaging modality for guiding most peripheral joint, tendon, and nerve injections. It allows visualization of both the needle and soft tissue target…
Physics of Ultrasound A comprehensive review of the physics used in ultrasonography is beyond the scope of this text. Despite this, some understanding of the basic physics used in ultrasound…
Doppler Imaging Doppler imaging provides an important complement to the gray scale image in routine B-mode ultrasound. It provides color signal with movement, making it particularly useful for assessing vascular…
Imaging Masses A systematic approach to masses is needed for anyone involved in musculoskeletal ultrasound. They can be encountered incidentally in routine examinations and frequently are the presenting complaint. A…
Scanning Techniques and Ergonomics INTRODUCTION Development of proper positioning and scanning early on in training is paramount to success later on. The goal should be to have an arrangement in…
Foreign Bodies INTRODUCTION Identification and removal of foreign bodies can be extremely challenging in some circumstances. Plain film radiography has traditionally been the imaging modality of choice for most foreign…
Image Optimization Once the instrumentation has been reasonably mastered, the examiner can then strive to optimize the image desired. The goal is to have the image centered with sufficient clarity…
