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Diagnostics: Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
Ultrasound continues to push into more and more of the physical exam, and nowhere is that clearer than in the musculoskeletal exam. From diagnosing and prognosticating patellar tendon ruptures and ligamentous injuries to being a procedural adjunct in shoulder dislocation to critical identification of necrotizing fasciitis, it continues to push boundaries. Dr. Broadstock gives us a look at some of the applications you need to make yourself a better practitioner in this week’s Diagnostics of Musculoskeletal US post.
X-ray Vision - Shoulders and Elbows
Upper extremity trauma and pain related complaints are frequently encountered in the Emergency Department. In this post, we cover the basics of the anatomy of the shoulder and elbow joint, the radiographic studies frequently performed in the evaluation of shoulder/elbow injuries, and cover some commonly encountered injuries of these joints.
Diagnostics: Knee and Ankle X-rays
Hip and knee pain almost categorically get an X-Ray in the ED, but when do you need more? And when could another view help you avoid a more costly imaging test? This week join Dr. Gressick as she gets back to the basics in the acquisition and interpretation of the hip and knee X-Rays