Most Common Imaging in Musculoskeletal Medicine

This lecture will discuss which imaging modalities to use and which images to order to evaluate musculoskeletal complaints.

Learning Objectives:
1. Review common modalities of imaging used in musculoskeletal evaluation and treatment
2. Discuss common XR images ordered for shoulder, hip, knee, and wrist
3. Discuss the basics when an MRI should be considered
4. Review MSK ultrasound basics and when it is best applied
5. Discuss the use of CT scans

Dr. Hoffman discloses that she has no relevant financial relationships with any organization producing, marketing, reselling, or distributing health care goods or services consumed by, or used on, patients relative to the content of this presentation.

Accreditation Statement:
The Montana Osteopathic Medical Association is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians and designates this program for a maximum of 1 AOA Category 1-A credits and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician's participation in this activity.

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