Which Procedure is Right for me?

This is a shared decision between you and your physician. Medical treatment for any issue falls on a continuum, from conservative (e.g. exercise) to invasive (e.g. surgery). Ultrasound-guided interventional procedures fall somewhere in the middle.

It is the job of the physician to ensure that you have explored all conservative options first, before deciding on an interventional procedure.

The level of evidence behind any procedure varies depending on the reason for it and the intended body structure. Again, it is the job of the physician to ensure that you understand each of your options, before deciding on an interventional procedure.

Procedures Available

The below is a general guide.

WHERE is the pain?

Head

Shoulder

Elbow

Wrist

Hand

Low back

Hip

Knee

Ankle

Foot

Muscle

  • Most structures can be accessed without an ultrasound
  • Deeper structures can benefit from image guidance e.g. Rhomboids as they lie deep near lung pleura, Quadratus Lumborum

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