Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Anatomy Course for Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Residents
Abstract
These modules comprise a comprehensive Musculoskeletal (MSK) Ultrasound Anatomy Course developed for Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) residents. The course consists of 12 modular units (9 modules currently available, 3 modules in development) that integrate anatomy review, didactic instruction, and clinically relevant ultrasound applications. Materials are designed using established medical education principles and emphasize standardized, anatomy-based learning to support foundational MSK ultrasound skill development. Originally developed in 2023, Version 4 (October 2025) has been fully revised to promote sharing. It is licensed under the Creative Commons CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 license, which permits sharing of the course modules with attribution, for non-commercial use, and without modification. The course is intended to support blended learning models, including independent study and facilitated hands-on teaching sessions, and may be adapted for local educational contexts. This resource is part of an ongoing quality improvement (QI) initiative evaluating the feasibility, engagement, and perceived educational value of a standardized MSK ultrasound anatomy curriculum in PM&R residency programs. Users are encouraged to complete the brief surveys embedded within the modules, as this feedback is essential to guide iterative refinement and support broader dissemination. This resource is shared to promote accessibility, consistency, and collaboration in MSK ultrasound education within physiatry training programs.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Musculoskeletal Disorders and Rehabilitation
Anatomy and Medical Technology
Ultrasound in Clinical Applications
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Libraries and Cultural Resources (University of Calgary)
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN