Healthcare providers can enhance their skills and knowledge in musculoskeletal ultrasound by attending the ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injection course. This unique opportunity equips participants with the latest techniques and best practices for performing musculoskeletal injections using ultrasound guidance. This course aims to improve patient care by building on the Joint Exam and Injections with an Introduction to Ultrasound Guidance course. This course is designed for physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners who have a basic understanding of musculoskeletal ultrasound and want to further enhance their skills in ultrasound-guided injections. Participants should have a foundational knowledge of musculoskeletal ultrasound and familiarity with basic injection techniques.
During this course, participants will learn to recognize anatomical landmarks and structures necessary for conducting ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections. Participants will be better able to identify ultrasound images that will help accurately guide musculoskeletal injections. Participants will learn to execute a range of musculoskeletal injections using ultrasound guidance and be better able to identify potential risks and benefits associated with musculoskeletal injections.
By the end of this activity, the participant should be better able to:
- Describe the principles of musculoskeletal ultrasound.
- Recognize the indications, contraindications, and risks of ultrasound-guided injections.
- Demonstrate the basic principles of ultrasound imaging and needle guidance techniques.
- Identify anatomical landmarks and structures for ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections.
- Execute a systematic approach to performing ultrasound-guided injections.
- Recognize the role of ultrasound-guided injections in the management of musculoskeletal disorders.
2025 Course Accreditation
The Texas Academy of Family Physicians designates this live activity for a maximum of 16.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
The AAFP has reviewed Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Scanning and Injection Guidance: The Next Step and deemed it acceptable for AAFP credit. This session is approved for 16.5 Live AAFP Prescribed credits. Term of approval is from 05/03/2025 to 09/14/2025. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
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7:30 - 8 a.m.
- Registration and breakfast
Day One
8 – 10 a.m. – 2 CME Credits
Introduction to the Course and Overview of Topics: Shoulder, Elbow, Hand, Wrist
- Review the principles for the assessment of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand joints.
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Refresher
- Describe the principles and techniques of musculoskeletal ultrasound.
Live Demonstration – Ultrasound-Specific Scanning Techniques – Shoulder
- Recognize the indications, contraindications, and risks of ultrasound-guided injections for the shoulder.
- Recognize the role of ultrasound-guided injections in the management of musculoskeletal disorders in the shoulder.
- Identify anatomical landmarks and structures of the shoulder for ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections.
Hands-on Ultrasound-Specific Scanning Techniques Session – Shoulder
- Review the principles of ultrasound imaging, scanning techniques, and needle guidance techniques for the shoulder.
10 – 10:15 a.m. – Break
10:15 a.m. – 12 p.m. – 1.75 CME Credits
Live Demonstration and Hands-on Session – Musculoskeletal Injections – Shoulder
- Execute a systematic approach to performing ultrasound-guided injections of the shoulder.
- Demonstrate the principles of ultrasound imaging and needle guidance techniques for the shoulder.
12 – 1 p.m. – Lunch
1 – 3 p.m. – 2 CME Credits
Live Demonstration – Ultrasound-Specific Scanning Techniques – Elbow
- Recognize the indications, contraindications, and risks of ultrasound-guided injections for the elbow.
- Recognize the role of ultrasound-guided injections in the management of musculoskeletal disorders in the elbow.
- Identify anatomical landmarks and structures of the elbow for ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections.
Hands-On Ultrasound-Specific Scanning Techniques Session – Elbow
- Review the principles of ultrasound imaging, scanning techniques, and needle guidance techniques for the elbow.
Live Demonstration and Hands-on Session – Musculoskeletal Injections – Elbow
- Execute a systematic approach to performing ultrasound-guided injections of the elbow.
- Demonstrate the principles of ultrasound imaging and needle guidance techniques for the elbow.
3 – 3:15 p.m. – Break
3:15 – 6:15 p.m. – 3 CME Credits
Live Demonstration – Ultrasound-Specific Scanning Techniques – Hand/Wrist
- Recognize the indications, contraindications, and risks of ultrasound-guided injections for the hand and wrist.
- Recognize the role of ultrasound-guided injections in the management of musculoskeletal disorders in the hand and wrist.
- Identify anatomical landmarks and structures of the hand and wrist for ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections.
Hands-On Ultrasound-Specific Scanning Techniques Session – Hand/Wrist
- Review the principles of ultrasound imaging, scanning techniques, and needle guidance techniques for the hand and wrist.
Live Demonstration and Hands-on Session – Musculoskeletal Injections – Hand/Wrist
- Execute a systematic approach to performing ultrasound-guided injections of the hand and wrist.
- Demonstrate the principles of ultrasound imaging and needle guidance techniques for the hand and wrist.
Day 2
8 – 10 a.m. – 2 CME Credits
Recap of Day 1 and Overview of Topics: Hip, Knee, Ankle, Foot
- Review the principles for the assessment of the hip, knee, ankle, and foot joints.
Live Demonstration – Ultrasound-Specific Scanning Techniques – Hip
- Recognize the indications, contraindications, and risks of ultrasound-guided injections for the hip.
- Recognize the role of ultrasound-guided injections in the management of musculoskeletal disorders in the hip.
- Identify anatomical landmarks and structures of the hip for ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections.
Hands-On Ultrasound-Specific Scanning Techniques Session – Hip
- Review the principles of ultrasound imaging, scanning techniques, and needle guidance techniques for the hip.
Live Demonstration and Hands-on Session – Musculoskeletal Injections – Hip
- Execute a systematic approach to performing ultrasound-guided injections of the hip.
- Demonstrate the principles of ultrasound imaging and needle guidance techniques for the hip.
10 – 10:15 a.m. – Break
10:15 a.m. – 12 p.m. – 1.75 CME Credits
Live Demonstration – Ultrasound-Specific Scanning Techniques – Knee
- Recognize the indications, contraindications, and risks of ultrasound-guided injections for the knee.
- Recognize the role of ultrasound-guided injections in the management of musculoskeletal disorders in the knee.
- Identify anatomical landmarks and structures of the knee for ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections.
Live Demonstration – Ultrasound-Specific Scanning Techniques – Knee
- Review the principles of ultrasound imaging, scanning techniques, and needle guidance techniques for the knee.
Live Demonstration and Hands-on Session – Musculoskeletal Injections – Knee
- Execute a systematic approach to performing ultrasound-guided injections of the knee.
- Demonstrate the principles of ultrasound imaging and needle guidance techniques for the knee.
12 – 1 p.m. – Lunch
1 – 3 p.m. – 2 CME Credits
Live Demonstration – Ultrasound-Specific Scanning Techniques – Ankle/Foot
- Recognize the indications, contraindications, and risks of ultrasound-guided injections for the ankle and foot.
- Recognize the role of ultrasound-guided injections in the management of musculoskeletal disorders in the ankle and foot.
- Identify anatomical landmarks and structures of the ankle and foot for ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections.
Live Demonstration – Ultrasound-Specific Scanning Techniques – Ankle/Foot
- Review the principles of ultrasound imaging, scanning techniques, and needle guidance techniques for the ankle and foot.
Live Demonstration – Musculoskeletal Injections – Ankle/Foot
- Execute a systematic approach to performing ultrasound-guided injections of the ankle and foot.
- Demonstrate the principles of ultrasound imaging and needle guidance techniques for the ankle and foot.
3 – 3:15 p.m. – Break
3:15 – 5:15 p.m. – 2 CME Credits
Hands-On Session – Ankle/Foot Injections
- Execute a systematic approach to performing ultrasound-guided injections of the ankle and foot.
- Demonstrate the principles of ultrasound imaging and needle guidance techniques for the ankle and foot.
Question and Answer and Final Conclusions
- Review the various joint injections taught in this workshop and adequately answer any questions.
TOTAL CME CREDITS: 16.5
