Introduction to image interpretation of the musculoskeletal system
Who should attend this course?
The Introduction to image interpretation of the musculoskeletal system course is suitable for health care professionals who are involved with radiographic images in their workplace.
Course content
This Introduction to image interpretation of the musculoskeletal system course is designed to enhance the knowledge of anatomy including common normal variants and of a range of traumatic and pathological processes, which affect the musculoskeletal system.
It takes an overview of the appendicular and axial skeleton to include plain radiographic imaging of the upper and lower limb and spine.
Each body part takes an overview of the traumatic and pathological processes that affect the bones and joints of the area.
Emphasis is on image appearances, both of normal images and the changes brought about by trauma and pathology.
The Introduction to image interpretation of the musculoskeletal system course also reviews the radiographic techniques used to obtain the skeletal images will be reviewed.
At the end of the Introduction to image interpretation of the musculoskeletal system course you will be able to:
- Identify the plain radiographic techniques used to demonstrate radiographic appearances of the skeleton.
- Demonstrate understanding of knowledge of the normal anatomical and radiographic appearances of the skeleton.
- Demonstrate awareness of the signs and symptoms and patient presentation for a range of pathologies of the skeleton.
- Evaluate radiographic images of the normal appearances of bones, joints and associated structures and a wide range of trauma and pathological processes related to the skeleton.
How does this course map the NHS KSF?
The Introduction to image interpretation of the musculoskeletal system course meets NHS KSF dimensions by:
- Core Dimensions 2, 3, 4, 5
- Health and Well Being 7g, 7h
Why choose this course?
How to apply
Apply for the Introduction to image interpretation of the musculoskeletal system course
Entry requirements...
This course is open to all health care professionals who are involved with radiographic images in their workplace.
Course fees
Credit level for this course: There are no credits available for this course.
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Contract funding for NHS staff
The University is contracted by the NHS to provide post-registration education/CPD and training for its health professionals.
If you are an NHS employee contact the senior manager responsible for post-registration education/CPD in your Trust to check if the course you wish to attend can be supported by the Trust&##39;s contract with our University.
Study routes
- Part Time