Blog Posts

A rare first rib stress fracture in a young baseball pitcher highlights the value of dynamic musculoskeletal ultrasound. Learn how real-time imaging reproduced symptoms, identified pathology, and expanded the role of ultrasound beyond static assessment.

From injury diagnosis to rehabilitation progression, diagnostic ultrasound is increasingly being used to support clinical decision-making, monitor recovery, and enhance patient care in sports medicine.

Explore how diagnostic ultrasound influences rehabilitation, return-to-play decisions, and clinical management beyond diagnosis in sports medicine.

Can diagnostic ultrasound monitor fracture healing? This case report explores the use of musculoskeletal ultrasound to visualize cortical disruption, callus formation, and bone remodeling during the follow-up management of a distal fibular fracture.

Ultrasound is evolving beyond static imaging. This article explores how fascial gliding can be quantified using motion tracking and what this reveals about tissue behavior, recovery, and performance. A shift from structure to measurable tissue mechanics.

Supraspinatus tendon thickness does not always indicate pathology. Learn how to interpret ultrasound findings in rotator cuff tendinopathy using a clinical reasoning approach.

Musculoskeletal ultrasound has transformed how clinicians evaluate Achilles tendinopathy, but new research suggests clinical examination still plays a critical role. This article explores the relationship between tendon structure, pain on palpation, and how ultrasound findings should be interpreted in sports medicine practice.

Musculoskeletal ultrasound accuracy depends on process. A repeatable RMSK-level scanning workflow improves image acquisition, reduces bias, and strengthens clinical reliability from clinical question to documentation.

Diagnostic ultrasound can be a powerful tool for shoulder assessment—but only when used with intent. This article outlines an evidence-based framework for when shoulder ultrasound adds real clinical value, when MRI is the better choice, and why knowing when not to scan is just as important as knowing how.

Learn the full pathway to becoming RMSK-certified: prerequisites, clinical ultrasound hours, exam breakdown, pass rates, and preparation strategies. Includes details on Pura Health’s 2-day MSK ultrasound courses, soft tissue labs, and mentorship for RMSK candidates.

Ultrasound isn’t just about spotting muscle tears. For sports clinicians, it offers a fast, dynamic, and practical way to assess injuries, guide return-to-play decisions, and monitor recovery. This blog breaks down what every clinician should know about ultrasound in muscle injuries — from evidence-based protocols to real-world sideline impact.

Proximal quadriceps injuries are complex. Learn how ultrasound reveals direct vs indirect head tendon damage for better RTP decisions.

Discover how our MSK ultrasound course, built specifically for sports medicine teams, helps you assess injuries quickly, track recovery, and improve return-to-play decisions.

RMSK certification is the gold standard in musculoskeletal ultrasound, signifying expertise and commitment to high-quality patient care.

Discover how R Studio and Shiny revolutionize diagnostic ultrasound reporting with customizable, interactive, and professional tools.