Description

Manual of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound A Self-Study, Protocol-Based Approach

Master MSK ultrasound from probe to pathology — at your own pace.

Written by Dr. Mark H. Greenberg, MD, RMSK, RhMSUS, Dr. Alvin Lee Day, and Dr. Suliman Alradawi — all recognized experts in musculoskeletal ultrasound — this practical and highly accessible ebook is the ultimate quick-start guide for anyone looking to build confidence and competence in MSK ultrasound image acquisition and interpretation.

Written in plain, easy-to-follow language, it focuses squarely on the common, clinically relevant conditions diagnosable by musculoskeletal ultrasound — making it both a self-study resource and a reliable daily clinical reference.

What’s Inside

• 📋 Protocol-based approach — each chapter covers a different body part, starting with basic anatomy and the clinical questions the ultrasound examination needs to answer.
• 🔬 Step-by-step probe guidance — precise instructions on how and where to move the probe to obtain and optimize images for each body region.
• 🧠 Verbal and illustrative mnemonics — plus whimsical illustrations that make remembering complex anatomy and examination protocols genuinely enjoyable.
• ✅ Checklist-style protocols — practical checklists that can be practiced on a partner or the reader themselves for hands-on self-study.
• ⚠️ Pitfalls and imaging tricks — each chapter highlights pathologic entities, common pitfalls to avoid, and expert tips for better image quality.
• 🖼️ Normal vs. abnormal comparisons — demonstrates what a normal sonographic image should look like alongside dynamic and structural abnormalities.

Topics Covered

Shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand, hip, knee, ankle and foot — covering rotator cuff tears, tendinopathy, bursitis, enthesopathy, effusions, nerve entrapment, gout, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, osteoarthritis, ganglion cysts, and more across all major joints.

What Experts Are Saying

“This is aimed at those new to ultrasound, but also those with general ultrasound experience who are extending their scope into the musculoskeletal field. I found this an extremely engaging and informative book and was surprised how the language and use of cartoons and mnemonics added to my enjoyment.” — Alison Hall, Manual of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Review, January 2025

Who Is This For?

An invaluable ebook for students and practicing clinicians in rheumatology, orthopedics, physiatry, neurology, sports medicine, advanced practice, and sonography — anyone who wants to learn MSK ultrasound efficiently, confidently, and at their own pace.

📚 Available as an instant digital download at internalmedicine.online — your trusted destination for premium medical ebooks and courses.