Sports Therapists
Association of Hong Kong
MSK Diagnostic Ultrasound 101 for
Sports Clinicians 2.0 - Course Information
Dates
4,5,6 January 2025
(Sat - Mon)
Time
4 Jan 1500-2100
5,6 Jan 0900-1700
Venue
Sports Therapy Centre
THEi Chai Wan Campus
Fees
Standard Rate:
$9000 Members
$10500 Non-members
Co-host By:
Supporters:
Co Host by
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Sports Therapists Association of Hong Kong
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The Asian Academy of Diagnostic Ultrasound & Musculoskeletal Disorders
Supporters
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Pacific Medical System Limited
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Technological and Higher Education Institute(THEi)
What's the Differences in 2.0?
This is designed for sports clinicians, including sports therapists, athletic trainers and physiotherapists, etc. seeking to enhance their skills in musculoskeletal ultrasound in clinical and on-the-field settings. The content has been thoughtfully tailored for beginners. The 2.0 version course will cover the following areas that different from the first version:
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Point-of care Ultrasound(POCUS) in sports emergencies such as tissues tears, fractures, internal haemorrhage, pneumothorax, cardiac conditions, volume assessments, etc.;
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MSK Ultrasound for recognition of injuries.
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MSK Ultrasound applications in sports medicine context.
Lecturers Profile
Dr. Alex Chan, DPT - Registered Physiotherapist
Registered Physiotherapist(HK, Aus)
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Doctor of Physical Therapy (AU, USA)
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MSc in Manipulative Physiotherapy (PolyU)
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BSc in Physiotherapy (CU, Aus)
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Manual Therapy Specialty Group, International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists (MTSG, IFOMPT)
Dr. Chan Hoi Chung, Samuel - Registered Medical Practitioner(GP)
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Honorary Clinical Assistant Professor, department of family medicine and primary care (HKU)
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MSc in Musculoskeletal Medicine and Rehabilitation (CUHK)
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MSc in cardiology (advanced cardiology practice) (CUHK)
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MSc in endocrinology and diabetes (CUHK)Diploma in Internal Medicine (CUHK)
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PG Dip. in Clinical Dermatology, Queen Mary University of London
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Dip. in Child Health (Sydney)
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Dip. in Practical Dermatology (Cardiff)
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Dip. in Family Medicine (CUHK)
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Dip. in Child and Adolescent Health (HKU)
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Dip. in Community Psychological Medicine (HKU)
Eligibility
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Category A - Registered Members and Students Members of STAoHK;
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Category B - Medical and Allied Health Members of STAoHK - physiotherapists, medical doctors, TCM practitioners, chiropractors and osteopaths, etc.
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Category B - Professional Members of STAoHK - Sports Trainer w/ Sports Medicine Degree holders/Certified Athletic Trainer/Therapist and declared as a primary occupation.
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Any qualified professionals/students mentioned above but non-members of STAoHK can enroll too.
Date
4, 5, 6 January 2025(Saturday to Monday)
Time
4 Jan: 1500-2100
5,6 Jan: 0900-1700
Venue
Sports Therapy Centre(N318/9)
Technological and Higher Education Institute(THEi) - Chani Wan Campus
133, Shing Tai Road, Chai Wan, Hong Kong
Fees
Members - $9000 per person
Non-members - $10500 per person
**INSTALLMENT PAYMENT OPTION AVAILABLE!**
Applicant MUST pay the 50% upfront at enrollment and pay the balance on or before 15 December 2024. Applicants failing to pay the balance on the deadline specified will lead to cancellation of the seat with NO REFUND.
Class Capacity
Maximum class capacity is 12 persons
Students to USG ratio is 3:1
Deadline of Enrollment
2 weeks before the course date or when the capacity is full, whichever comes first.
Enrollment
Please complete and upload the payment slip on the online form
Award
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Certificate of Completion awarded by both STAoHK and The Asian Academy of Diagnostic Ultrasound & Musculoskeletal Disorders(AADUM).
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22 CPD hours for STAoHK Category A Members;
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Registered Members will automatically cover under the professional indemnity insurance after completion of the course;
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Students Members MUST apply the techniques under supervision of a qualified practitioner according to the insurance clause;
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Medical and Allied Health Members please refer to your insurance policy that is proposed by the relevant professional body;
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CPD for Hong Kong registered physios and OTs - pending.
Course Content (Total 22hrs 15 mins)
1. Fundamentals of Ultrasound Physics
2. Point of Care Ultrasound(POCUS) Applications in Sports Emergencies
2.1 Assessment of thoracic Trauma (e.g pneumothorax, hemothorax)
2.2 Cardiac USG Assessments (e.g presence of pericardial effusion, global cardiac systolic function)
2.3 Volume status Assessment (e.g severe dehydration)
2.4 Abdominal Trauma insights (eg. intra-abdominal bleeding)
3. Musculoskeletal Ultrasound in Sports Medicine
3.1 Lectures
Upper Limb Focus
- Shoulder, Elbow, and Wrist Anatomy
- Shoulder, Elbow, and Wrist Sonoanatomy
Lower Limb Focus
- Hip, Knee, and Ankle Anatomy
- Hip, Knee, and Ankle Sonoanatomy
3.2 Hands-On Practice
4. Sports Injury Assessments and Ultrasound Applications
4.1 Muscle Injury Grading
4.2 Ligament Integrity Grading
4.3 Tendon Injury Grading
4.4 Fracture Assessment
This course incorporates extensive hands-on training and practical sessions to enhance clinical proficiency in sports medicine.