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A clinician uses a linear ultrasound probe to assess a patient’s shoulder during a musculoskeletal ultrasound examination. The image shows real-time hands-on scanning commonly performed in sports medicine and athletic training settings.

The Complete Pathway for Athletic Trainers (ATCs) to Earn an MSK Ultrasound Certification

Athletic Trainers cannot take the RMSK exam, but they can earn musculoskeletal ultrasound certification through the ARDMS MSKS/RMSKS pathway. This guide explains the official steps: SPI exam, 150 diagnostic scans, and MSKS application.

Carlos Jimenez

Dec 8, 20253 min read

Ultrasound is transforming how clinicians diagnose and manage tendon injuries in athletes. This non-invasive, real-time tool allows for dynamic assessment of structures like the Achilles tendon—helping to differentiate between tendinosis, partial tears, and complete ruptures while guiding safe return-to-play decisions.

The Role of Ultrasound in Managing Soccer Injuries And Why It Belongs in Every High-Performance Environment

Ultrasound is transforming how clinicians diagnose and manage tendon injuries in athletes. This non-invasive, real-time tool allows for dynamic assessment of structures like the Achilles tendon—helping to differentiate between tendinosis, partial tears, and complete ruptures while guiding safe return-to-play decisions.

Carlos Jimenez

Apr 18, 20254 min read