Musculoskeletal Key

The Wrist and Hand INJECTIONS AND ASPIRATIONS Distal Radius Hematoma Block Indication A hematoma block is used to anesthetize the distal radius for closed reduction maneuvers. Description of Procedure Position…

Basics of Splint and Cast Application GENERAL PRINCIPLES Splint versus Cast In many situations, there are both splinting and casting options that will be effective in immobilizing the desired portion…

The Knee and Leg INJECTIONS AND ASPIRATIONS Intra-articular Knee Injection/Aspiration Indication Intra-articular positioning of a needle allows the physician the ability to obtain synovial fluid for analysis, provide local anesthesia…

The Pelvis, Hip, and Thigh INJECTIONS AND ASPIRATIONS Intra-articular Hip Injection/Aspiration Indication Intra-articular positioning of a needle is useful for aspirating fluid for laboratory analysis, injecting arthrogram dye, and medication…

The Foot INJECTIONS AND ASPIRATIONS Plantar Fascia Injection Indication Plantar fascia injections are used for the treatment of plantar fasciitis. They are commonly performed in the outpatient setting and are…

The Ankle INJECTIONS AND ASPIRATIONS Intra-articular Ankle Injection and Aspiration: Antero-medial and Antero-lateral Indication Intra-articular positioning of a needle provides the physician with the ability to obtain synovial fluid for…

The Elbow and Forearm INJECTIONS AND ASPIRATIONS Elbow Joint Injection Indication The intraarticular placement of a needle in the elbow joint allows for diagnostic aspiration, anesthesia for reduction maneuvers and…

The Shoulder and Arm INJECTIONS AND ASPIRATIONS Glenohumeral Injection: Anterior Approach Indication The intraarticular placement of a needle in the glenohumeral joint allows for diagnostic aspiration, anesthesia for reduction maneuvers,…