Diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound performing while patient pedaling Nu-Step exercise equipment. Patient experienced a painful step with knee moving from flexion to extension. The patient has a history of multiple sclerosis and hypertonicity of her lower extremities.
Visualization of Pez Anserine Tendinosis and snapping of sartorius muscle over tibial plateau with active range of motion of the r knee while pedaling on the Nu-Step Bike.
Diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound is a valuable tool as the patient can move during the examination. This unique aspect of this imaging modality gives the examiner a window into what is happening inside the body.
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Registered in Musculoskeletal Sonography, Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist, Certified Lymphedema Therapist, Certified in Vestibular Assessment and Management, and Founder of Mobile Therapy Services
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