Imaging Decisions in Athletic Injuries: Choosing the Right Test at the Right Time

Course overview

**This course is PACE and CE Broker approved. Completions will be automatically reported to CE Broker instantly** This course provides a structured framework for determining when imaging is necessary in athletic injuries and how to select the most appropriate modality based on clinical presentation. It examines the strengths, limitations, and indications of X-ray, MRI, CT, and ultrasound as they relate to musculoskeletal and sports-related conditions. Participants learn to integrate examination findings, red flag indicators, and sport-specific mechanisms of injury into evidence-informed imaging decisions. The course emphasizes clarity in clinical reasoning, reduction of unnecessary imaging, and improved communication with both patients and collaborating providers.