Physicians
3 days
MSK Ultrasound Course (Upper Limb)
(Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist & Hand)
ACEM, ACRRM, AOA, RACGP
Course highlights
- Upper limb scanning – Shoulder, elbow, wrist & hand.
- Hands-on practice – Scan real patient models with expert guidance.
- Expert-led training – Learn from experienced MSK sonographers & physicians.
- Optimised scanning techniques – Improve accuracy & image quality.
- Clinical integration – Apply ultrasound findings to real-world practice.
- Hands-on training with state-of-the-art ultrasound equipment.
Course Dates
Description
This three-day MSK ultrasound course is designed for healthcare professionals looking to develop expertise in musculoskeletal ultrasound of the upper limb, covering the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand.
This course blends the expertise of highly experienced MSK sonographers and skilled Musculoskeletal Physicians, giving you structured, protocol-driven training:
- Sonographer-led training – Focus on image acquisition, scanning protocols, and techniques to improve image quality.
- Clinician-led sessions – Learn to integrate ultrasound findings into patient consultations for better clinical decision-making.
With extensive hands-on scanning practice using real patient models, you’ll build confidence in performing and interpreting upper limb MSK ultrasound—whether you’re in a clinic, hospital, or field setting.
What you’ll learn
- Develop core MSK ultrasound skills for shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand assessments.
- Recognise normal and pathological anatomy across key upper limb structures.
- Optimise image quality by reducing ultrasound artefacts such as anisotropy.
- Refine positioning techniques for static and dynamic scanning.
- Interpret clinical relevance to guide patient management and procedural applications.
Real-world applications
- Enhance diagnostic confidence in sports medicine, rehabilitation, emergency, and general practice settings.
- Use ultrasound to guide procedures, such as injections and therapeutic interventions.
- Understand how MSK ultrasound contributes to an evidence-based approach in musculoskeletal assessment.
Who should attend?
- Sport and Exercise Physician
- Rheumatologist
- Orthopaedic Surgeon
- General Practitioner
- Emergency Medicine Physician
- Rehabilitation Physician
- Physiotherapists
- Sonographer
- Radiologist
- Rural Generalist
- Rural Medicine Physician
- Junior House Officer
- Senior House Officer
Objectives
By the end of this MSK ultrasound course, you will be able to:
- Perform structured MSK ultrasound assessments – Develop hands-on scanning skills to identify both normal and pathological sono-anatomy of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand.
- Evaluate ultrasound images with confidence – Recognise key MSK structures, including bones, joints, tendons, ligaments, bursae, and muscles.
- Optimise image quality – Identify and reduce ultrasound artefacts (e.g., anisotropy) to improve scan accuracy.
- Develop positioning techniques – Perform static and dynamic assessments of the upper limb.
- Ensure safe and effective scanning – Follow hygiene protocols and recognise potential pitfalls in MSK ultrasound.
- Integrate ultrasound findings into clinical practice – Interpret the clinical relevance of pathology and apply insights to patient management decisions.
Prerequisites
The prior ultrasound experience assumed for this course is highlighted below.
| None/Minimal | Don’t use ultrasound |
| Limited | Use ultrasound weekly/monthly |
| Moderate/Experienced | Use ultrasound daily/weekly |
Accreditation
ACEM
Approved for Educational Activities 23.75 hours.
ACRRM
This course is approved for 20.75 total activity hours. PDP units: 9.45 Educational Activity, 9.15 Performance Review. MOPS points: 18 Radiology. Grant eligibility: Anaesthetics, Emergency Medicine, Obstetrics, Surgery.
AOA
18 CPD points.
RACGP
CPD Approved Activity under RACGP 2023-25 CPD program. Approved for Educational Activities 7.5 hours, Reviewing Performance 14.5 hours, specific requirements diagnostic radiology. Provider Number 214288, Activity ID 410514.
HOURS
| Theoretical | 6.5 |
| Practical | 13 |
| Total | 19.5 |
CATERING
Morning tea, a light lunch and refreshments are provided each day.