Lower Limb MSK Ultrasound 9 CME Accredited – Structured Clinical Training Programme
A structured, protocol-based training programme designed to improve diagnostic confidence and clinical efficiency in lower-limb musculoskeletal ultrasound.
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Dr. Robert Pagan-Rosado
Sports & MSK Medicine, Mayo Clinic (USA)
Dr. James Noake
Sports Medicine Physician, United Kingdom
Dr. Marcelo Bordalo
Chief of Radiology, Aspetar Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Hospital (Qatar)
Dr. Lluis Til
Head of Medical Staff, Paris Saint-Germain
Dr. Luis Cerezal
MSK Radiologist, Spain
“Our programmes are trusted by clinicians worldwide across radiology, PM&R and sports medicine.”
Dr. Iñigo Iriarte is a physician specialized in musculoskeletal ultrasound, with extensive experience in clinical practice and medical education.
He is the author of a widely used musculoskeletal ultrasound textbook that has been incorporated into residency and fellowship training programmes, including at leading academic institutions.
He is also part of the medical services of Athletic Club Bilbao, where musculoskeletal ultrasound is routinely applied in the assessment and management of elite athletes.
His teaching approach emphasizes anatomical understanding, structured scanning protocols and clinical reasoning, with a strong focus on reproducibility in daily practice.
Learn a systematic and reproducible lower limb scanning protocol, including proper probe positioning and standard views to confidently assess all lower limb structures.
Recognise normal lower limb sonoanatomy, differentiate it from pathology, and avoid the most common interpretation errors encountered in daily clinical practice.
Apply ultrasound findings to real lower limb related clinical cases, improving diagnostic confidence and optimising examination time using structured workflows.
This course is designed for physicians and clinicians seeking a clear, structured and clinically relevant approach to lower limb musculoskeletal ultrasound.
It is suitable for professionals in:
Radiology
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R)
Sports Medicine
Rheumatology
Primary Care
Emergency Medicine
The programme is appropriate for:
Clinicians starting MSK ultrasound, and experienced practitioners seeking to refine their knee ultrasound workflow and diagnostic confidence
A concise fundamentals module designed to standardize image acquisition and interpretation.
Covers core principles, system optimization, tissue-specific assessment, and key artefacts—providing a shared technical framework for all joint-specific modules.
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Preview a sample lesson and see how structured workflow is applied in real clinical scenarios.
1.1.- Core ultrasound principles
1.2.- Evolution of musculoskeletal ultrasound
1.3.- Advances in ultrasound technology
1.4.- Ultrasound systems, transducers and basic settings
1.5.- Ultrasound assessment of the skin
1.6.- Ultrasound assessment of muscle
1.7.- Ultrasound assessment of tendons
1.8.- Ultrasound assessment of ligaments and nerves
1.9.- Ultrasound assessment of bone and cartilage
1.10.- Anisotropy and Acoustic Shadowing
1.11.- Comet tail artefact and acoustic enhancement
1.12.- Edge shadowing and twinkling artefact
Ultrasound Fundamentals – Module Assessment
EACCME® Learner’s evaluation form
2.1.- Hip Joint – Ultrasound assessment
2.2.- Rectus Femoris - Sonoanatomy
2.3.- Iliopsoas Complex – Ultrasound assessment
FREE PREVIEW2.4.- Lateral Superficial Layer
2.5.- Lateral Deep Layer
2.6.- Adductors – Sonoanatomy
2.7.- Hamstrings – Sonoanatomy
2.8.- Deep Gluteal Space
2.9.- Hip examination – Practical demonstration
2.10.- Hip articular pain – Clinical approach
2.11.- Rectus Femoris Pathology
2.12.- Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome
2.13.- Adductor-related pathology
2.14.- Deep Gluteal Syndrome
Hip module assessment
EACCME® Learner’s evaluation form
3.1.- Introduction
3.2.- Quadricipital Tendon – Sonoanatomy
3.3.- Patellar Tendon – Sonoanatomy
3.4.- Anterior Fat Pads & Recesses
3.5.- Patellar & Trochlear Cartilage
3.6.- Knee bursae
3.7.- Medial Meniscus & Joint Line
3.8.- Medial Collateral Ligament
3.9.- Lateral Meniscus & Lateral Collateral Ligament
3.10.- Popliteal Fossa, Biceps Femoris & Iliotibial Band
3.11.- Posteromedial Compartment
3.12.- Posterolateral Compartment
3.13.- Posterocentral Compartment
3.14.- Knee examination – Practical demonstration
3.15.- Knee effusion & Osteoarthritis
3.16.- Quadriceps Tendinopathy
3.17.- Patellar Tendinopathy
3.18.- Bursitis
3.19.- Patellar fractures
3.20.- Meniscal Tears
3.21.- Meniscal & Ganglion cysts
3.22.- Medial collateral ligament sprains
3.23.- Pes Anserinus Bursitis
3.24.- Runner´s Kne
3.25.- Baker´s cyst
Knee module assessment
EACCME® Learner’s evaluation form
4.1.- Anterior ankle – Muscles and tendons
4.2.- Tibiotalar Joint - Ultrasound assessment
4.3.- Lateral collateral ligament complex
4.4.- Anteroinferior tibiofibular ligament (syndesmosis)
4.5.- Ligament overview
4.6.- Peroneal tendons – Sonoanatomy
4.7.- Deltoid Ligament
4.8.- Tarsal Tunnel
4.9.- Achilles tendon & posterior recess
4.10.- Ankle examination – Practical demonstration
4.11.- Extensor tendon pathology
4.12.- Lateral ankle sprains
4.13.- Peroneal Tendon Pathology
4.14.- Deltoid Ligament Pathology
4.15.- Flexor Tendon Pathology
4.16.- Ankle fractures
4.17.- Gout, choncrocalcinosis & ganglion cysts
4.18.- Achilles tendon pathology
4.19.- Ankle Module Assessment
EACCME® Learner’s evaluation form
5.1.- Introduction & osteology
5.2.- Dorsal foot – Muscles and tendons
5.3.- Plantar Fascia - Anatomy
5.4.- Plantar intrinsic muscles - Anatomy
5.5.- Plantar fascia – Ultrasound assessment
5.6.- Central plantar compartment – Ultrasound assessment
FREE PREVIEW5.7.- Medial plantar compartment – Ultrasound assessment
FREE PREVIEW5.8.- Lateral plantar compartment – Ultrasound assessment
FREE PREVIEW5.9.- Metatarsophalangeal joints – Ultrasound assessment
5.10.- Intermetatarsal spaces – Ultrasound assessment
5.11.- Foot examination – Practical demonstration
5.12.- Plantar fascia pathology
5.13.- Morton´s neuroma
5.14.- Metatarsal stress fractures
5.15.- Sesamoid pathology
5.16.- Bursitis
5.17.- Tendon tears
5.18.- Foot Module Assessment
EACCME® Learner’s evaluation form
This programme is accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®) of the UEMS.
Physicians who complete the course are awarded 9 European CME Credits (ECMEC®s).
Through a formal agreement between the UEMS (EACCME®) and the American Medical Association (AMA), US physicians may convert EACCME® credits into an equivalent number of AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
Credit conversion is requested individually by the physician through the AMA.
Accreditation Statement
Only those e-learning materials that are displayed on the UEMS-EACCME® website have formally been accredited.Through an agreement between the European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) and the American Medical Association (AMA), physicians may convert EACCME® credits to an equivalent number of AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Information on the process to convert EACCME® credits to AMA credits can be found at https://edhub.ama-assn.org/pages/applications.
Credit conversion is based on one (1) hour of participation equalling one credit. Physicians wishing to convert EACCME® credits to AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ are required to access the AMA website to obtain the necessary paperwork and instructions. A processing fee may apply.
For other countries, physicians should contact their relevant national or regional accreditation authority.
No prior ultrasound experience is required
A basic understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy is recommended
Access to an ultrasound machine is helpful for practice, but not mandatory
✅ Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The programme provides a structured foundation that is suitable for clinicians starting musculoskeletal ultrasound, while also offering a systematic approach valued by more experienced users.
No. An ultrasound machine is not required to follow the course. However, access to a machine is recommended for hands-on practice alongside the lessons.
Yes. This programme is accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®) and awards 9 European CME Credits (ECMEC®s), which may be converted to AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for US physicians.
You will have full access to the course content for 6 months from the date of enrollment.
Yes. The programme is fully online and self-paced, allowing you to progress through the content according to your own schedule.
Yes. Upon successful completion of the course and final assessment, you will receive a Certificate of Completion.
Yes. The course is available internationally and can be accessed from any country.
CME accreditation is provided through EACCME®. Physicians should consult their national or regional accreditation authority regarding recognition of credits. US physicians may convert EACCME® credits to AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
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6 month access
One-time payment
2-Payment Plan