Medical Training AITherapeutic Joint Injections
You'll be able to select an appropriate injection approach for a major joint, plan needle trajectory using anatomic and ultrasound landmarks, and anticipate complications and follow-up care.
What this track covers
This track covers therapeutic injections for major joints, including shoulder, knee, hip, and elbow, with attention to surface and ultrasound-guided anatomy. It addresses medication class selection, technique planning, and recognition of complications and contraindications a clinician must weigh before and after the procedure.
What you will practice
- Identify surface landmarks for shoulder, knee, hip, and elbow injection approaches
- Compare indications and contraindications for corticosteroid versus hyaluronic acid injections
- Plan needle trajectory using ultrasound-guided imaging cues
- Recognize signs of septic joint versus post-injection flare
- Counsel a patient on post-injection activity restrictions and warning signs
Simulator scenario
A simulated patient with knee osteoarthritis presents for a therapeutic injection, requiring the clinician to assess candidacy, select an approach, and counsel on aftercare.
Board question topics
- Injection technique and landmark selection
- Medication class selection and contraindications
- Ultrasound-guided needle placement
- Post-injection complications and follow-up
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