Description
Format: 16 MP4 + PDF
Edition: 2021
Size: 5.55 GB
The course provides a complete approach to the use of ultrasound for assessment and treatment of peripheral nerves. It covers both diagnostic and therapeutic applications relevant to neurology and interventional specialties. Topics include ultrasound anatomy of upper and lower limb nerves, guided injection techniques, and regenerative procedures. Neurology-focused sections address diagnostic ultrasound in neuromuscular conditions and integration with electrophysiologic techniques. Sonographic muscle evaluation for diagnostic and chemodenervation procedures is also reviewed.
Objectives
▪️ Increase knowledge for performing and interpreting peripheral nerve ultrasound exams.
▪️ Understand ultrasound physics and system optimization.
▪️ Recognize nerve anatomy and sonographic characteristics to aid in neuropathy management.
▪️ Diagnose focal neuropathies with high-frequency ultrasound.
▪️ Identify common and challenging nerves accurately.
▪️ Outline approaches for nerve blocks and interventions.
▪️ Recognize muscle echo texture for diagnosis and injections.
▪️ Build confidence in diagnostic and therapeutic guidance.
▪️ Apply protocols and interpretation criteria to improve accuracy.
Audience
Clinicians, sonographers, and healthcare professionals interested in musculoskeletal and peripheral nerve ultrasound. Target groups include Neurology, Sports Medicine, Orthopedics, Rheumatology, PM&R, Pain Management, Anesthesiology, and Regenerative Medicine. Also relevant for NP’s, PA’s, physical therapists, and sonographers.
Topics
▪️ Ultrasound Imaging Fundamentals
▪️ Introduction to the Ultrasound Evaluation of Peripheral Nerves
▪️ Brachial Plexus/Shoulder Nerves: Normal & Pathology
▪️ Radial, Ulnar, and Median Nerves: Normal & Pathology
▪️ Demonstration: Upper Extremity Nerves
▪️ Knee Nerves: Normal and Pathology
▪️ Foot & Ankle Nerves: Normal and Pathology
▪️ Hip Nerves: Normal & Pathology
▪️ Peripheral Nerves: Trauma and Tumors
▪️ Demonstration: Lower Extremity Nerves
▪️ Introduction to Ultrasound Guided Peripheral Nerve Procedures
▪️ Advanced Nerve Injections, Releases, & Possibilities
▪️ Neuromuscular Ultrasound
▪️ Chemodenervation Procedures: Guidance & Localization
▪️ EMG/Ultrasound
▪️ Challenging Peripheral Nerve Cases