Ultrasound-guided Interventions for Core and Hip Injuries in Athletes

Publication date: September 2016
Source:Radiologic Clinics of North America, Volume 54, Issue 5
Author(s): Eoghan McCarthy, Tarek M. Hegazi, Adam C. Zoga, William B. Morrison, William C. Meyers, Alex E. Poor, Mika T. Nevalainen, Johannes B. Roedl

Teaser

Trauma and the mechanical strain of high-energy activity predispose athletes to pelvic injuries. Magnetic resonance imaging remains the primary modality for diagnosing these conditions, but ultrasonography-guided interventions are important in the management of core muscle, hip, and other pelvic conditions. This article reviews ultrasonography-guided interventions for injuries at the core, including the pelvis and hips. It reviews common injuries, procedure optimization, medication preparation, clinical evidence behind injections, tenotomy, and platelet-rich plasma. These interventions are especially important in athletes, because ultrasonography-guided procedures are often undertaken early in the treatment process, paralleling conservative rehabilitation to facilitate a faster return to play.


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