Ultrasound and Electrodiagnosis (EMG) of the Median Nerve

Ultrasound and Electrodiagnosis (EMG) of the Median Nerve training video is designed to provide a comprehensive approach to the use of ultrasound for the assessment of the median nerve and carpal tunnel. The presentation is structured to review the nerve anatomy, clinical assessment, the relative value and technical approach of routine electrophysiologic techniques, scanning techniques, and image optimization with ultrasound. In addition, the clinical basis for utilizing ultrasound for assessment of both normal / abnormal sonographic characteristics of the nerves, muscles, and other related anatomy is included.

Topics include:

• Anatomy, Scan Techniques and Pathology of the Median Nerve and Carpal Tunnel
• Goals of the Electrodiagnostic Examination for Carpal Tunnel Entrapment
• Cross Sectional Area Nerve Measurements
• Assessment for Anatomic Variants
• Neovascularization in Chronic Conditions
• Ultrasound Evaluation of Post-surgical Complications

 

Objectives: After viewing the activity, the participant should be able to:

• State clinical indications for ultrasound of the median nerve.
• List routine electrodiagnostic techniques for assessment of the median nerve.
• Recognize sonographic appearance of the median nerve anatomy.
• List ultrasound examination protocols and scan techniques for evaluation of the median nerve including post-surgical assessment.
• Identify commonly seen median nerve pathology recognized with ultrasound and apply diagnostic criteria for accurate diagnosis. 

CME is provided by Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute.
 

The Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

AANEM is an authorized reseller of the GUI products authored by Dr. Jeffrey Strakowski. 

Offered online and via USB with or without credits (credits can be purchased at a later date). Pricing is dependent upon viewing mode.


Faculty Disclosure
Jeffrey Strakowski, MD
Clinical Professor, Dept. of PM&R The Ohio State University
Associate Director of Medical Education
Dept. of PM&R
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital Columbus, Ohio
GUI QI Task Force Subcommittee
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.