09/08/2026
Why do I use ultrasound for some shoulder injections?
Ultrasound isn’t something I use just because I can. I use it when it can add value—particularly when an injection needs to be placed with greater precision or when I need to safely navigate around specific anatomy.
I’ve had advanced training in ultrasound through fellowship and additional advanced courses, and research has shown that ultrasound-guided injections can be more accurate than landmark-guided (“blind”) injections.
But one of my favorite benefits is that ultrasound allows us to see anatomy in real time. I can dynamically evaluate structures like the rotator cuff and biceps tendon as they move, while the patient can see what I’m seeing.
That makes the experience more interactive and gives patients an opportunity to visualize and better understand their treatment.
Ultrasound is a tool. Knowing when and how to use it is what matters.
Thanks Tonya Simpson Kerr for letting me sharing your experience.
