This module aims to develop students' knowledge, practical use and clinical application of ultrasound guided musculoskeletal injections. The potential clinical role of ultrasound guided musculoskeletal injections is evident as clinicians want to guarantee the site of injection and provide evidence of needle placement. The clinical application may vary between professionals but it is expected that a number of experienced musculoskeletal clinicians will seek training in this practical skill.
This module would be appropriate for health care practitioners who have had a basic introduction to musculoskeletal ultrasound. Practitioners could include experienced physiotherapists, rheumatologists and general practitioners with a special interest in musculoskeletal medicine.
The module comprises the following content:
Theoretical considerations relevant to musculoskeletal ultrasound guided interventions
Clinical governance and quality assurance issues
Practical scanning and injection protocol teaching and supervised practice.
Evidence based application of ultrasound guided intervention to musculoskeletal presentations.
The module material will include theoretical considerations of ultrasound guided musculoskeletal interventions and discussions regarding their role in clinical practice. Professional issues will be discussed including the impact of these interventions on patient focused care and potential future developments. The practical elements will be taught with the assistance of phantoms to simulate clinical practice with time for supervised practice.
Module Outcomes
On successful completion of this module, the student will be able to:
To integrate musculoskeletal ultrasound skills with injection therapy in the work place.
Understand the theoretical and scientific principles that underpin the integration of these modalities.
Evaluate the current evidence base regarding the efficacy of ultrasound guided injection therapy.
Evaluate the role of ultrasound guided injections within their professional environment
- Module Supervisor: Sue Innes