OVERVIEW

Ultrasound Evaluation of the Hand and Wrist is organized by Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute (GCUS) Inc..

Date of Original Release: 10/8/2019
Reviewed for content accuracy: 10/8/2022
This edition valid for credit through: 10/8/2025

Overview:
Ultrasound Evaluation of the Normal Hand and Wrist Training Video is designed to provide an in-depth review of anatomy, scan techniques, and normal sonographic appearance of the hand and wrist.

Topics:
• Hand and Wrist Anatomy
• Probe Control
• Normal Sonographic Characteristics of the Hand and Wrist
• Minor Pathologies
• Dorsal Wrist
• Ulnar Wrist
• Radial Wrist
• Volar Wrist
• MCP Joint
• PIP Joint
• Scan Demonstration

Objectives:
• Increase the participants' knowledge to better perform and/or interpret MSK ultrasound examinations.
• Identify normal hand/wrist anatomy with MSK ultrasound imaging.
• Demonstrate scanning protocols for performing hand/wrist ultrasound examinations.
• Increase confidence to incorporate protocols, techniques & interpretation criteria to improve diagnostic/treatment accuracy.