SE718-7-AP-CO:
Skill Extension for MSK Injection Practitioners: Ultrasound Guidance
2023/24
Sport, Rehabilitation and Exercise Sciences (School of)
Colchester Campus
Autumn & Spring
Postgraduate: Level 7
Current
Thursday 05 October 2023
Friday 22 March 2024
15
06 October 2022
Requisites for this module
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This module aims to develop students' knowledge, practical use and clinical application of ultrasound guided musculoskeletal injections. The potential clinical role of ultrasound guided musculoskeletal injections is evident as clinicians want to
guarantee the site of injection and provide evidence of needle placement.
The clinical application may vary between professionals but it is expected that a number of experienced musculoskeletal clinicians will seek training in this practical skill.
This module would be appropriate for health care practitioners who have trained in palpation guided injection therapy and received training in musculoskeletal ultrasound. Their aim is to combine the two, enabling guided interventions. Practitioners could include experienced physiotherapists, rheumatologists and general practitioners with a special interest in musculoskeletal medicine.
This module aims to develop students' knowledge, practical use and clinical application of ultrasound guided musculoskeletal injections.
On successful completion of this module, the student will be able to:
1. Integrate musculoskeletal ultrasound skills with injection therapy in the work place.
2. Understand the theoretical and scientific principles that underpin the integration of these modalities.
3. Evaluate the current evidence base regarding the efficacy of ultrasound guided injection therapy.
4. Evaluate the role of ultrasound guided injections within their professional environment
The module material will include theoretical considerations of ultrasound guided musculoskeletal interventions and discussions regarding their role in clinical practice. Professional issues will be discussed including the impact of these interventions on patient focused care and potential future developments. The practical elements will be taught with the assistance of animal parts to simulate clinical practice with time for supervised practice.
This module’s delivery reflects the practical but varied nature of musculoskeletal ultrasound guided interventions. Lectures and clinical demonstrations will be led by experienced clinicians who will facilitate skill development and professional governance considerations. A significant proportion of the learning will take place in the student’s work place so the clinical application of ultrasound guided injections can be explored. Learning in the work place ensures the reality of clinical scenarios and professional responsibilities are considered alongside technical issues
This module does not appear to have any essential texts. To see non - essential items, please refer to the module's
reading list.
Assessment items, weightings and deadlines
| Coursework / exam |
Description |
Deadline |
Coursework weighting |
| Coursework |
Case Study |
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50% |
| Coursework |
Log Book |
|
50% |
Exam format definitions
- Remote, open book: Your exam will take place remotely via an online learning platform. You may refer to any physical or electronic materials during the exam.
- In-person, open book: Your exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer to any physical materials such as paper study notes or a textbook during the exam. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
- In-person, open book (restricted): The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer only to specific physical materials such as a named textbook during the exam. Permitted materials will be specified by your department. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
- In-person, closed book: The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may not refer to any physical materials or electronic devices during the exam. There may be times when a paper dictionary,
for example, may be permitted in an otherwise closed book exam. Any exceptions will be specified by your department.
Your department will provide further guidance before your exams.
Overall assessment
Reassessment
Module supervisor and teaching staff
Dr Sue Innes, email: inness@essex.ac.uk.
Dr Sue Innes and external tutors
inness@essex.ac.uk
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Dr Michael Smith
Cardiff University
Senior Lecturer
Available via Moodle
Of 8 hours, 0 (0%) hours available to students:
8 hours not recorded due to service coverage or fault;
0 hours not recorded due to opt-out by lecturer(s), module, or event type.
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