Ultrasound and Electrodiagnosis (EMG) of the Neck and Shoulder Nerves

Ultrasound and Electrodiagnosis (EMG) of the Neck and Shoulder Nerves training video is designed to provide a comprehensive approach to the use of ultrasound for the assessment of the neck and shoulder nerves. 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, and both normal / abnormal sonographic characteristics of the nerves, muscles, and other related anatomy is included.

Topics include:

• Anatomy, Scan Techniques and Pathology of the Nerves of the Neck and Shoulder
• Spinal Accessory Nerve
• Supraclavicular Nerve
• Phrenic Nerve
• Dorsal Scapular Nerve
• Lateral Pectoral Nerve
• Long Thoracic Nerve
• Nerve to Subclavius
• Suprascapular Nerve
• Axillary Nerve
• Musculocutaneous Nerve
• Medial Cutaneous Nerve of the Arm
• Medial Cutaneous Nerve of the Forearm

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

• Outline the complex anatomy and function of the different elements of the head and neck nerves.
• Perform the clinical assessment for patients with neuropathies around the neck and shoulders.
• State the relative value and technical aspects of commonly employed electrophysiologic techniques used for assessment of the neck and shoulder nerves.
• Demonstrate the scanning techniques and image optimization for visualizing the neck and shoulder nerves and branches.
• Identify the sonographic appearance of the neck and shoulder nerves and neighboring structures.

Recognize the sonographic appearance of various pathologic conditions affecting the neck and shoulder nerves. 


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.