High frequency ultrasound is a valuable tool for assessing soft tissue injuries about the shoulder. It has advantages over other imaging modalities including relatively low cost, portability, and dynamic real-time visualization. It has a high sensitivity for identifying tendon degeneration, bursitis, and rotator cuff tears. Ultrasound is also an excellent modality for diagnostic and therapeutic needle-guided procedures. A detailed knowledge of shoulder anatomy and transducer positioning is required for obtaining adequate diagnostic value from ultrasound. This Monograph is designed to help develop scanning protocols for optimizing image acquisition for musculoskeletal assessment of the shoulder.

Objectives
1) Recognize the sonographic appearance of the commonly inspected regions of the shoulder.
2) Improve techniques for optimizing the image of musculoskeletal structures of the shoulder. 


ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
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DISCLOSURE INFORMATION
No authors or planners of this CME activity had any relevant financial relationships to disclose.

CREDIT DESIGNATION
The AANEM designates this enduring material for a maximum of 2.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Credit expires 6/30/2022.