Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Foot & Ankle BachelorClass: A Comprehensive Learning Program

Master the art of musculoskeletal ultrasound of the foot and ankle joint with our in-depth teaching program. This comprehensive course features over 90 short-videos and micro-learning moments, empowering you to apply your knowledge in daily practice.

Course Overview

The Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Foot & Ankle BachelorClass is divided into six chapters, each focusing on a specific region of the foot and ankle joint.

CHAPTER 1: Introduction to MSK Foot and Ankle

This chapter sets the stage for the entire course, introducing you to the basics of musculoskeletal ultrasound of the foot and ankle joint.

CHAPTER 2: Anterior Ankle

Delve into the anterior ankle region, covering topics such as:

• Distal tibiotalar joint
• Lateral collateral ligament
• Medial collateral ligament
• The subtalar joint
• Tendons and retinacula
• M. tibialis anterior
• Extensor tendons
• Anterior synovial recess and tibiofibular syndesmosis
• Anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL)
• Tibialis anterior
• Anterior ankle impingement

CHAPTER 3: Lateral Ankle

Explore the lateral ankle region, covering topics such as:

• M. peroneus longus
• M. peroneus brevis
• Retinaculum peroneum
• Tuberculum peroneum
• Peroneal tendons and retinaculum
• Ligamentum calcaneofibulare
• Peroneals – tenosynovitis – tendinosis – rupture
• Discussion: Peroneal tendon pathology
• Case Discussion: Peroneal tendons
• Peroneals – instability and anterior ankle – impingement

CHAPTER 4: Medial Ankle

Focus on the medial ankle region, covering topics such as:

• M. tibialis posterior
• M. flexor hallucis longus
• M. flexor digitorum longus
• M. soleus
• Tibial nerve
• Arteria tibialis posterior and vena comitans
• M. abductor hallucis
• Tibial groove of the tibialis posterior tendon
• M. tibialis posterior
• M. flexor digitorum longus
• M. flexor hallucis longus
• Medioposterior tarsal tunnel overview
• M. soleus
• M. abductor hallucis
• Medial malleolus
• Abnormalities of the tibialis posterior tendon
• Accessory os naviculare / os tibiale externus type 1,2,3
• Discussion: Tibialis tendon pathology

CHAPTER 5: Posterior Ankle

Explore the posterior ankle region, covering topics such as:

• Achilles tendon retrocalcaneal
• Achilles tendon pre-insertional and midportion
• Achilles tendon
• Kager’s fat body
• Midportion and preinsertional pathology of the Achilles tendon
• Preinsertional and insertional pathology of the Achilles tendon
• Discussion: Achilles tendon pathology
• Posterior impingement – stenosis of the FHL
• Case Discussion: Hallucis longus

CHAPTER 6: Dorsal Foot, Plantar Foot, and Toes Region

Delve into the dorsal foot, plantar foot, and toes region, covering topics such as:

• Osseous and articular
• Skin, fascia and retinacula
• Extensor tendons
• M. extensor hallucis longus
• M. extensor digitorum longus
• Tarsus
• M. extensor hallucis longus and m. extensor digitorum longus
• Osteoarthritis and synovitis of the dorsal foot
• Case Discussion: Fractures
• Soft tissue plantar foot and fascia plantaris
• Extrinsic muscles and tendons
• Subcalcaneal fat chamber structure
• Fascia plantaris, central and lateral bundle
• Extrinsic tendons of the foot
• Fasciitis plantaris, fascial ruptures, plantar fibromatosis, fat chamber lesion
• Case Discussion: Fibromatosis
• Pathological findings and scanning technique fat chambers
• First metatarsophalangeal joint complex and interphalangeal joint
• Lesser toes
• Common plantar digital nerves
• Subcapital structures – cartilage, plate, tendon, sheath, fat chambers
• Second and third webspace plantar common digital nerve – Morton neuroma
• Discussion: Morton’s Neuroma
• Case Discussion: Avascular necrosis
• Swelling & Tumours
• Ultrasound cases and pitfalls

Gain a comprehensive understanding of musculoskeletal ultrasound of the foot and ankle joint with our BachelorClass. Enroll now and take the first step towards mastering this complex field.