Bone Fracture Sonography

Discover the innovative diagnostic tool of bone fracture sonography with this online course. Led by pioneer Dr. Ole Ackermann, an orthopedic surgeon and assistant professor, you'll gain the knowledge needed to confidently integrate this technique into your clinical practice. The course comprises 2.5 hours of content delivered over 7 chapters, structured to build understanding progressively from fundamental principles through to regional anatomy applications.

What you'll learn:
• The principles of bone fracture sonography and its role in diagnosing musculoskeletal injuries
• Examination procedure and documentation techniques
• Artefacts and normal findings in bone fracture imaging
• How to start using fracture sonography in clinical practice
• Knowledge and skills needed to perform bone fracture sonography accurately and efficiently
• Insight into potential limitations and pitfalls of bone fracture sonography, and strategies to overcome them

The course covers introduction and fundamentals, then progresses through regional applications: shoulder (humerus, clavicle, acromioclavicular and sternoclavicular joints), elbow, wrist and hand, thigh (hip, femoral shaft, and knee), lower leg (tibia, fibula, ankle, and foot), and thorax (rib and sternal fractures).

Bone fracture sonography is a valuable diagnostic tool for musculoskeletal healthcare professionals, providing a non-invasive and radiation-free alternative to traditional imaging modalities such as X-ray or CT scans. It allows for rapid and accurate diagnosis of fractures in real-time, enabling clinicians to make more informed treatment decisions about referral to specialists, immobilization, or surgery. The technique is highly portable, cost-effective, and can be performed at the bedside and in sporting environments, making it ideal for urgent care, sports medicine, and other clinical settings where quick and accurate diagnosis is critical.

Access includes 6 months of course materials. Upon completion, you'll receive a digital SonoSkills Certificate of Attendance and proof of 2.5 CME points.