Needle Arthroscopy—Background Arthroscopy is a surgical procedure in which a video imaging device is placed into a joint to allow visualization and assessment of the joint space. With additional instrumentation,…
Key Points • Bone spurs that form along joints are known as osteophytes, and bone spurs that form at the attachment of tendons to bones are called enthesophytes. • Bone…
Ultrasound Guided Joint Femoroacetabular Key Points • The accuracy of ultrasound-guided intra-articular (IA) hip injections is 97%–100% in the literature. Pertinent Anatomy • The hip joint is a ball and…
Background Key Points • The effects of prehabilitation in preparation for and rehabilitation after interventional orthopedic procedures have received little attention in the literature. • Exercise is a cornerstone of…
Joint Injections Tibiotalar Joint Injection Key Points • Use of a high-frequency small footprint linear ultrasound transducer, like the “hockey stick,” is recommended for all ankle region and joint injections….
Foot Ultrasound Introduction Ultrasound (US) has emerged as a valuable imaging modality for addressing many foot disorders and allows a more precise approach to intra-articular and soft tissue injections. US-guided…
Ultrasound-Guided Techniques Facet Joints Key Points • The facet joints (zygapophyseal or Z joints) can be targeted individually for isolated pathology or targeted in combination with treating other components of…
Abbreviations CSAcross-sectional area CTRcarpal tunnel release CTScarpal tunnel syndrome TCLtransverse carpal ligament TSZtransverse safe zone LAXlong-axis view USultrasound USCTRultrasound-guided carpal tunnel release USGultrasound guidance SAXshort axis Key Points • Ultrasound-guided…
Ultrasound-Guided Trigger Finger Release at the First Annular (A1) Pulley Key Points • Compared to open surgery, releasing the A1 pulley under ultrasound guidance has a better safety profile with…
Ultrasound-Guided Perineural Injections Key Points • In-plane injections should be used for peripheral nerves because of the relative vulnerability of the target. • The image should be optimized for maximum…
