2027 Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Scanning and Injection Guidance: The Next Step Course Description

Course Credits: Earn up to 16.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ and AAFP Prescribed Credits.

Course Price: $1,895

Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Scanning and Injection Guidance: The Next Step is a two-day course.

Family physicians and other healthcare clinicians can expand their knowledge and practical skills in musculoskeletal ultrasound through this hands-on course focused on ultrasound scanning and ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections. Building on the foundational concepts introduced in the NPI course, Joint Exam and Injections with an Introduction to Ultrasound Guidance: The First Step, this course provides more extensive instruction and practice in musculoskeletal ultrasound imaging, anatomical identification, scanning techniques, needle guidance, and ultrasound-guided injections.

The course is designed for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and other clinicians who have a basic understanding of musculoskeletal ultrasound and are familiar with common musculoskeletal injection techniques. Learners should have foundational knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy, ultrasound principles, and basic injection techniques before attending.

Through faculty instruction, live demonstration, and extensive hands-on practice, participants will learn to identify anatomical landmarks and musculoskeletal structures using ultrasound and apply systematic scanning techniques to the shoulder, elbow, hand and wrist, hip, knee, ankle, and foot. Learners will practice obtaining and interpreting ultrasound images relevant to common musculoskeletal injections and develop their ability to use ultrasound imaging to guide needle placement.

The course also addresses the indications, contraindications, benefits, and risks of ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections and the role of these procedures in the management of common musculoskeletal disorders. Using ultrasound equipment and appropriate training models, participants will practice a systematic approach to ultrasound-guided injection techniques under faculty guidance.

This two-day course emphasizes interactive, hands-on learning and provides participants with opportunities to strengthen their ultrasound scanning and needle guidance skills across multiple anatomical regions. It is designed as the next step for clinicians seeking to build upon foundational musculoskeletal examination and injection skills and further develop their use of ultrasound guidance in clinical practice.

Hands-on and Demonstrated Procedures

  • Musculoskeletal ultrasound refresher
  • Shoulder ultrasound-specific scanning techniques and injections
  • Elbow ultrasound-specific scanning techniques and injections
  • Hand and Wrist ultrasound-specific scanning techniques and injections
  • Hip ultrasound-specific scanning techniques and injections
  • Knee ultrasound-specific scanning techniques and injections
  • Ankle and Foot ultrasound-specific scanning techniques and injections

By the end of this educational activity, learners should be better able to:

  • Describe the principles and techniques of musculoskeletal ultrasound.
  • Recognize the indications, contraindications, and risks of ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections.
  • Demonstrate basic ultrasound imaging, scanning, and needle guidance techniques.
  • Identify anatomical landmarks and structures relevant to ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections.
  • Perform a systematic approach to ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections.
  • Describe the role of ultrasound-guided injections in the management of musculoskeletal disorders.
2027 Course Accreditation

The Texas Academy of Family Physicians designates this live activity for a maximum of 16.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Application for CME credit has been filed with the American Academy of Family Physicians. Determination of credit is pending.

Learn more about our accreditation.

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.
  • Describe the role of ultrasound-guided injections in the management of musculoskeletal disorders of the shoulder.
  • Identify anatomical landmarks and structures of the shoulder relevant to ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections.

Hands-on Ultrasound-Specific Scanning Techniques Session: Shoulder

  • Demonstrate ultrasound imaging and scanning techniques and practice 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

  • Perform a systematic approach to ultrasound-guided injections of the shoulder.
  • Demonstrate 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.
  • Describe the role of ultrasound-guided injections in the management of musculoskeletal disorders of the elbow.
  • Identify anatomical landmarks and structures of the elbow relevant to ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections.

Hands-On Ultrasound-Specific Scanning Techniques Session: Elbow

  • Demonstrate ultrasound imaging and scanning techniques and practice needle guidance techniques for the elbow.

Live Demonstration and Hands-On Session – Musculoskeletal Injections: Elbow

  • Perform a systematic approach to ultrasound-guided injections of the elbow.
  • Demonstrate 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 and Wrist

  • Recognize the indications, contraindications, and risks of ultrasound-guided injections for the hand and wrist.
  • Describe the role of ultrasound-guided injections in the management of musculoskeletal disorders of the hand and wrist.
  • Identify anatomical landmarks and structures of the hand and wrist relevant to ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections.

Hands-On Ultrasound-Specific Scanning Techniques Session: Hand and Wrist

  • Demonstrate ultrasound imaging and scanning techniques and practice needle guidance techniques for the hand and wrist.

Live Demonstration and Hands-On Session – Musculoskeletal Injections: Hand and Wrist

  • Perform a systematic approach to ultrasound-guided injections of the hand and wrist.
  • Demonstrate ultrasound imaging and needle guidance techniques for the hand and wrist.

Day Two

8 – 10 a.m. – 2 CME Credits
Recap of Day One 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.
  • Describe the role of ultrasound-guided injections in the management of musculoskeletal disorders of the hip.
  • Identify anatomical landmarks and structures of the hip relevant to ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections.

Hands-On Ultrasound-Specific Scanning Techniques Session: Hip

  • Demonstrate ultrasound imaging and scanning techniques and practice needle guidance techniques for the hip.

Live Demonstration and Hands-On Session – Musculoskeletal Injections: Hip

  • Perform a systematic approach to ultrasound-guided injections of the hip.
  • Demonstrate 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.
  • Describe the role of ultrasound-guided injections in the management of musculoskeletal disorders of the knee.
  • Identify anatomical landmarks and structures of the knee relevant to ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections.

Hands-On Ultrasound-Specific Scanning Techniques Session: Knee

  • Demonstrate ultrasound imaging and scanning techniques and practice needle guidance techniques for the knee.

Live Demonstration and Hands-On Session – Musculoskeletal Injections: Knee

  • Perform a systematic approach to ultrasound-guided injections of the knee.
  • Demonstrate 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 and Foot

  • Recognize the indications, contraindications, and risks of ultrasound-guided injections for the ankle and foot.
  • Describe the role of ultrasound-guided injections in the management of musculoskeletal disorders of the ankle and foot.
  • Identify anatomical landmarks and structures of the ankle and foot relevant to ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections.

Hands-On Ultrasound-Specific Scanning Techniques Session: Ankle and Foot

  • Demonstrate ultrasound imaging and scanning techniques and practice needle guidance techniques for the ankle and foot.

Live Demonstration – Musculoskeletal Injections: Ankle and Foot

  • Describe a systematic approach to performing ultrasound-guided injections of the ankle and foot.
  • Demonstrate 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 and Foot Injections

  • Perform a systematic approach to ultrasound-guided injections of the ankle and foot.
  • Demonstrate ultrasound imaging and needle guidance techniques for the ankle and foot.

Question and Answer and Final Conclusions

  • Review the ultrasound scanning and injection techniques addressed throughout the course and clarify remaining clinical and procedural questions.

TOTAL CME CREDITS: 16.50

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