Thanks to this qualification, you will master the latest techniques for examining the dorsal and palmar aspects of the wrist and hand”

Injuries to the hand and wrist are particularly challenging to treat, as they often cause long-term discomfort and limit a person's range of motion. Consequently, existing ultrasound techniques for diagnosing these injuries have experienced significant development, facilitating more precise detection of the pathology and its detailed monitoring over time to tailor physiotherapeutic activities to its progression. Thanks to the significant positive impact of these cutting-edge methods on the patient, physiotherapists are required to be proficient in using them to provide a high-quality service to their clients.

For that reason, TECH has designed this program, through which physiotherapy professionals will assimilate the most up-to-date techniques to master musculoskeletal ultrasound in the wrists and hands, enabling them to confidently tackle the daily challenges of their profession. During this academic period, they will delve into the examination of the most common tendon pathologies of both the dorsal and palmar aspects of the wrist and hand.  Additionally, they will enhance their skills in conducting tests to evaluate wrist stability following an injury.

All of this is done following a 100% online methodology, allowing students to create their own study schedules for a highly efficient learning experience. Likewise, they will have access to didactic materials available in a wide range of textual and multimedia formats, promoting engaging learning tailored to their academic needs.

Access the best job opportunities in the field of Physiotherapy upon completing this postgraduate diploma”

This postgraduate diploma in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound in Wrist and Hand Physiotherapy contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Through educational materials created by top specialists in musculoskeletal ultrasound, you will acquire knowledge that will enhance your professional development”

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby students must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Conduct the most reliable tests to assess wrist stability post-injury effectively”

Enroll in this program to enhance your skills in musculoskeletal ultrasound for the treatment of wrist and hand injuries, all through a 100% online format”

The design of this postgraduate diploma has been carried out with the idea in mind of enabling the update and expansion of the physiotherapist's knowledge in the field of using musculoskeletal ultrasound to detect and treat pathologies that occur in the hand and wrist. This way, you will master the most innovative examination techniques, ensuring their acquisition through the following general and specific objectives set by TECH. 

Incorporate the latest advances in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound in Wrist and Hand Physiotherapy into your daily practice to confidently address all your professional challenges”

General Objectives

• Learn to locate the different anatomical structures of the region
• Identify pathologies for a correct treatment of ultrasound-guided rehabilitation medicine
• Define the limits of ultrasound
• Learn about the use of ultrasound in the framework of physiotherapist skills

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Basic Ultrasound

• Learn about ultrasound and an ultrasound scanner, its history and application to physiotherapy
• Identify the ultrasound patterns of the different structure of the locomotor system
• Study the different devices available in ultrasound and learn how to use them beneficially
• Explain the use of ultrasound by the rehabilitation physician and its legal considerations
• Describe the piezoelectric effect and the physical basis of ultrasound
• Explain the different components of the equipment
• Explain the production of the ultrasound image
• Describe the terminology used in ultrasound
• Define the types of images obtained by ultrasound and the different tissue patterns
• Elbow

Module 2. Ultrasound of the Upper Limb: Wrist

• Describe the sonoanatomy of the wrist joint
• Describe the normal examination of the structures of the dorsal aspect of the wrist
• Describe the normal examination of the structures of the palmar aspect of the wrist
• Identify the most common lesions of wrist, to ensure correct ultrasound-guided treatment and/or monitoring of their evolution
• Learn how to perform ultrasound-guided dynamic assessment tests for the wrist
• Describe less common pathologies that can affect the wrist joint

Module 3. Ultrasound of the Upper Limb: Hand

• Describe the sonoanatomy of the hand joint
• Describe the normal examination of the structures of the dorsal aspect of hand
• Describe the normal examination of the structures of the palmar aspect of hand
• Identify the most common lesions of the hand, to ensure correct ultrasound-guided treatment and/or monitoring of their evolution
• Learn how to perform ultrasound-guided dynamic assessment tests for the hand
• Describe the least common pathologies that can affect the hand

Incorporate the latest advances in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound in Wrist and Hand Physiotherapy into your daily practice to confidently address all your professional challenges”