Stop guessing. Start scanning.

Much of MSK practice with tendons is still based on assumption. This course is about changing that!

A highly practical, hands-on introduction to ultrasound scanning of the key upper and lower limb tendons.

This is a one-day fundamentals course - not suited for advanced practitioners or those already completed the PG-Cert pathway. The course is open to:

Physiotherapists, podiatrists, and sports therapists looking to improve tendon assessment and treatment planning

Private practitioners using shockwave, EMTT, or similar devices who want to add scanning to their clinical toolkit

Clinicians new to ultrasound scanning or just getting started

Designed for clinicians who want to integrate point-of-care ultrasound into their tendon management - whether you’re using shockwave therapy, EMTT, or simply want greater diagnostic confidence before and after treatment and to progress rehabilitation.

You’ll spend most of the day on the probe, in small groups (3:1 ratio) using VINNO ultrasound systems - dedicated high quality ultrasound machines; intuitive, easy to use, and delivering clear tendon imaging so you can focus on scanning.

Pre-course material will be provided via online video modules covering Physics fundementals, knobology, and clinical governance.

The day itself will predominantly focus on practical sessions to ensure practical experience is gained with the device, where you will learn how to:

Scan key upper & lower limb tendons

Recognise normal vs pathological changes

Make better decisions with shockwave, EMTT and rehab

Explain findings to patients (which massively improves buy in)

The course will involve:

Introduction - ultrasound recap, image interpretation, and tendon pathology

Machine Orientation - hands-on with ultrasound machine, probe handling, identifying tissue types and bony landmarks

Lower Limb tendons - Achilles tendon, Plantar fascia, Patellar tendon, Quadriceps tendon (Slides, live demo, then supervised scanning practice)

Upper Limb Tendons - Shoulder (simplified protocol), Tennis elbow, Golfer’s elbow (Slides, live demo, then supervised scanning practice)

Open Scanning Practice - Revisit any area from the day with tutor guidance

Where To Go From Here - Advanced practice pathways, integrating ultrasound into private practice, next steps for your scanning journey, clinical governance

Learning outcomes:

✓ Confidence scanning key upper and lower limb tendons

✓ Ability to identify normal and pathological tendon on ultrasound

✓ Structured scan checklists for every tendon covered

✓ Practical machine skills - probe handling, depth, gain, image optimisation

✓ A clear pathway for further development

The course will begin at 9am and end at approximately 4pm and will be hosted in our Liverpool training centre. There will be a break around midday for lunch, which is provided. Any dietary requirements will be requested on booking.

LIGHT LUNCH & REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED

Agenda

9.00am - 9.15am (registration)

9.15am-12.30pm

Introduction & Tendon Pathology

Machine Orientation

Lower Limb Tendons

12.30-1.15pm

(Break) - sandwich and snack lunch provided, please feel free to bring your own lunch if you have any allergies or special dietary requirements.

1.15pm-3.45pm

Upper Limb Tendons

Open Scanning Practice

3.45pm-4.00pm -

Where To Go From Here

DISCLAIMER

We make every effort to ensure the information in our videos, webinars, online course and accompanying downloadable resources is accurate and correct at the date of publication. However, this should not replace your good clinical judgement and evolving evidence base and clinical trials or be regarded as a substitute for taking professional advice in appropriate circumstances from your professional organisation and insurance providers.

In particular, check with local policy on indications, contra-indications, safety procedures and after-care with your patients undergoing treatment. Any such liability cannot be excluded at law, we (Tutors & Venn Healthcare) do not accept any liability for loss of any type caused by reliance on the information given herein.

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