<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[PuraHealth]]></title><description><![CDATA[We teach clinicians how to integrate diagnostic ultrasound into sports medicine practice through hands-on training and mentorship.]]></description><link>https://members.purahealth.net/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:22:37 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://members.purahealth.net/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Ultrasound Assessment of Calf Injuries: Myoconnective Anatomy and Clinical Interpretation]]></title><description><![CDATA[A precise calf ultrasound assessment identifies the injured muscle, myotendinous junction, aponeurosis, or tendon. This clinician-focused review explores gastrocnemius and soleus injury patterns, examination technique, reporting considerations, and imaging limitations—and explains how anatomical findings inform rehabilitation and return-to-sport decisions.]]></description><link>https://members.purahealth.net/post/ultrasound-assessment-of-calf-injuries-myoconnective-anatomy-and-clinical-interpretation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab97250c78acb9707b36d80</guid><category><![CDATA[Diagnostic Ultrasound]]></category><category><![CDATA[Musculoskeletal Ultrasound]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 14:00:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17b594_1b87c8c23cb84aabb97e636a125f2b46~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_848,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carlos Jimenez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rectus Femoris Scars on Ultrasound: What Do They Mean for Your Team?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Can an old rectus femoris scar tell you about a player's injury history? A prospective study of young football players explored ultrasound-detected scars, tendon and aponeurosis involvement, and subsequent muscle injuries. We explain the findings through a 25-player squad example, including what injury rates mean and why age and previous injury change the interpretation. Learn how to place scar findings in clinical context without turning an ultrasound image into an individual injury prediction.]]></description><link>https://members.purahealth.net/post/rectus-femoris-scars-on-ultrasound-what-do-they-mean-for-your-team</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aa82ff6657220a88275b9f4</guid><category><![CDATA[Diagnostic Ultrasound]]></category><category><![CDATA[Musculoskeletal Ultrasound]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:30:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17b594_c3c30eaffd7642288ae1a949a964d5da~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_778,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carlos Jimenez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dynamic Ultrasound Beyond Static Imaging: Diagnosing a First Rib Stress Fracture in a Young Pitcher]]></title><description><![CDATA[A rare first rib stress fracture in a young baseball pitcher highlights the value of dynamic musculoskeletal ultrasound. Learn how real-time imaging reproduced symptoms, identified pathology, and expanded the role of ultrasound beyond static assessment.]]></description><link>https://members.purahealth.net/post/dynamic-ultrasound-beyond-static-imaging-diagnosing-a-first-rib-stress-fracture-in-a-young-pitcher</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2f22ea286a0f68ac0f7bba</guid><category><![CDATA[Diagnostic Ultrasound]]></category><category><![CDATA[Musculoskeletal Ultrasound]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:00:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17b594_cbd9556a5aea4342b73382fef3e76279~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_724,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carlos Jimenez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diagnostic Ultrasound Is More Than a Diagnostic Tool]]></title><description><![CDATA[From injury diagnosis to rehabilitation progression, diagnostic ultrasound is increasingly being used to support clinical decision-making, monitor recovery, and enhance patient care in sports medicine.]]></description><link>https://members.purahealth.net/post/diagnostic-ultrasound-is-more-than-a-diagnostic-tool</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2f2025963b3c1436ea2e10</guid><category><![CDATA[Diagnostic Ultrasound]]></category><category><![CDATA[Musculoskeletal Ultrasound]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:00:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17b594_8c068f9291a54d2db97bdfb7f9f78a3a~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carlos Jimenez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diagnostic Ultrasound Beyond Diagnosis: How Imaging Can Influence Clinical Decision-Making]]></title><description><![CDATA[Explore how diagnostic ultrasound influences rehabilitation, return-to-play decisions, and clinical management beyond diagnosis in sports medicine.]]></description><link>https://members.purahealth.net/post/diagnostic-ultrasound-beyond-diagnosis-how-imaging-can-influence-clinical-decision-making</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2f1beb418318a8f7e730b2</guid><category><![CDATA[Diagnostic Ultrasound]]></category><category><![CDATA[Musculoskeletal Ultrasound]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:00:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17b594_7641394cf9d94b1285cd8b88fa2f10d5~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_514,h_402,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carlos Jimenez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Emerging Role of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound in Fracture Follow-Up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Can diagnostic ultrasound monitor fracture healing? This case report explores the use of musculoskeletal ultrasound to visualize cortical disruption, callus formation, and bone remodeling during the follow-up management of a distal fibular fracture.]]></description><link>https://members.purahealth.net/post/the-emerging-role-of-musculoskeletal-ultrasound-in-fracture-follow-up</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2c95ad44c7bef1d02ee109</guid><category><![CDATA[Diagnostic Ultrasound]]></category><category><![CDATA[Musculoskeletal Ultrasound]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:00:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17b594_53ab575c1605483c82aec931bd150697~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_500,h_412,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carlos Jimenez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fascial Gliding and Ultrasound: A New Way to Measure Recovery in Athletes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ultrasound is evolving beyond static imaging. This article explores how fascial gliding can be quantified using motion tracking and what this reveals about tissue behavior, recovery, and performance. A shift from structure to measurable tissue mechanics.]]></description><link>https://members.purahealth.net/post/fascial-gliding-and-ultrasound-a-new-way-to-measure-recovery-in-athletes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ebf1a504fc81dfe25a2fdd</guid><category><![CDATA[Diagnostic Ultrasound]]></category><category><![CDATA[Musculoskeletal Ultrasound]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:00:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17b594_0ef6cee8484e4ec1b71a9d95e7799810~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_530,h_866,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carlos Jimenez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rethinking Supraspinatus Tendon Thickness: Ultrasound Interpretation in Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Supraspinatus tendon thickness does not always indicate pathology. Learn how to interpret ultrasound findings in rotator cuff tendinopathy using a clinical reasoning approach.]]></description><link>https://members.purahealth.net/post/why-supraspinatus-tendon-thickness-does-not-equal-pathology-rethinking-ultrasound-interpretation-in</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d3b0d2c53e2b8fe123fd04</guid><category><![CDATA[Diagnostic Ultrasound]]></category><category><![CDATA[Musculoskeletal Ultrasound]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 13:30:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17b594_5a5cc20743a841a9a331774d58b417c4~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_800,h_964,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carlos Jimenez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Achilles Tendinopathy: Why the Clinical Exam Still Matters in the Era of Ultrasound]]></title><description><![CDATA[Musculoskeletal ultrasound has transformed how clinicians evaluate Achilles tendinopathy, but new research suggests clinical examination still plays a critical role. This article explores the relationship between tendon structure, pain on palpation, and how ultrasound findings should be interpreted in sports medicine practice.]]></description><link>https://members.purahealth.net/post/achilles-tendinopathy-why-the-clinical-exam-still-matters-in-the-era-of-ultrasound</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b60e624898c9cce5a30042</guid><category><![CDATA[Diagnostic Ultrasound]]></category><category><![CDATA[Musculoskeletal Ultrasound]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:00:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17b594_066d3ef91c3b470983edd6e54fc200c1~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carlos Jimenez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why More Practice Isn’t Enough to Master MSK Ultrasound]]></title><description><![CDATA[You can practice MSK ultrasound consistently and still feel unsure. This reflection explores why repetition alone isn’t enough — and how feedback and guidance change everything.]]></description><link>https://members.purahealth.net/post/msk-ultrasound-training-feedback-vs-practice</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c1faa537ff2593476666b3</guid><category><![CDATA[Diagnostic Ultrasound]]></category><category><![CDATA[Musculoskeletal Ultrasound]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:09:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17b594_388f341e0ceb41ea83ae3c0f82c461b8~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_770,h_512,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carlos Jimenez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sciatic Nerve–Piriformis Anatomical Variants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sciatic nerve–piriformis anatomical variants occur in up to 17% of individuals. Learn how RMSK-level musculoskeletal ultrasound can identify these patterns.]]></description><link>https://members.purahealth.net/post/sciatic-nerve-piriformis-anatomical-variants</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b5dbd1d1b1d9cdf2173d88</guid><category><![CDATA[Diagnostic Ultrasound]]></category><category><![CDATA[Musculoskeletal Ultrasound]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:00:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17b594_7b7d2eb40b3243298543225b9cea9df3~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_934,h_339,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carlos Jimenez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Dynamic Ultrasound Reveals Normal Muscle Behavior]]></title><description><![CDATA[Musculoskeletal ultrasound allows clinicians to observe tissue behavior during movement. This article explores a dynamic ultrasound observation of the rectus femoris during a Reverse Nordic exercise, highlighting how the central tendon behaves under eccentric loading.
]]></description><link>https://members.purahealth.net/post/when-dynamic-ultrasound-reveals-normal-muscle-behavior</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b0f38c74670e94ce23c9e9</guid><category><![CDATA[Diagnostic Ultrasound]]></category><category><![CDATA[Musculoskeletal Ultrasound]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:21:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17b594_f3f44ef55e014f66a1e70f923ff858fe~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_446,h_346,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carlos Jimenez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Ultrasound Matters in Dry Needling]]></title><description><![CDATA[Musculoskeletal ultrasound is increasingly used to improve safety and accuracy in dry needling procedures. This article explores how real-time ultrasound visualization helps clinicians identify anatomical structures, avoid neurovascular risks, and enhance precision when performing needle-based interventions.]]></description><link>https://members.purahealth.net/post/why-ultrasound-matters-in-dry-needling</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69aadf7dd66894c6d6f3b5a2</guid><category><![CDATA[Diagnostic Ultrasound]]></category><category><![CDATA[Musculoskeletal Ultrasound]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 16:15:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17b594_f808f35d4ce14ccca35c32506dc57553~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_850,h_335,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carlos Jimenez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Build a Repeatable Scanning Workflow]]></title><description><![CDATA[Musculoskeletal ultrasound accuracy depends on process. A repeatable RMSK-level scanning workflow improves image acquisition, reduces bias, and strengthens clinical reliability from clinical question to documentation.]]></description><link>https://members.purahealth.net/post/how-to-build-a-repeatable-scanning-workflow</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69937936cf429c4fcb4cf520</guid><category><![CDATA[Diagnostic Ultrasound]]></category><category><![CDATA[Musculoskeletal Ultrasound]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 20:37:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17b594_81ffce1372e746bcb57b012e2a3d971d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_502,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carlos Jimenez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diagnostic Ultrasound: Guided Dry Needling: A Clinical Justification Using the Psoas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dry needling is widely used in musculoskeletal practice, yet the level of anatomical precision applied during intervention varies significantly. In superficial regions, palpation may be sufficient. In deep anatomical compartments, however, assumption is not the same as certainty. Diagnostic ultrasound changes that equation. This discussion is not about using technology for novelty. It is about anatomical verification, risk mitigation, and clinical accountability particularly when intervening...]]></description><link>https://members.purahealth.net/post/diagnostic-ultrasound-guided-dry-needling-a-clinical-justification-using-the-psoas</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698ceae4e952b7bb6a1e4dde</guid><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 23:51:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17b594_9718060ba4cd4be895e8e669ea81e171~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_600,h_297,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carlos Jimenez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding the Biceps Femoris T-Junction]]></title><description><![CDATA[Not all hamstring injuries behave like simple muscle strains. Recent anatomical and ultrasound-based research highlights the biceps femoris T-junction as a distinct injury site associated with prolonged rehabilitation and higher reinjury risk. This article explores the anatomy, imaging considerations, and rehabilitation implications for RMSK clinicians.]]></description><link>https://members.purahealth.net/post/understanding-the-biceps-femoris-t-junction</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698406ec1e5564677001b9b9</guid><category><![CDATA[Diagnostic Ultrasound]]></category><category><![CDATA[Musculoskeletal Ultrasound]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17b594_a29cc75d905843cd8844aa9676b0651c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_828,h_282,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carlos Jimenez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Athletes Re-injured Muscles That “Look Healed” on Ultrasound]]></title><description><![CDATA[Muscle re-injury is one of the most frustrating problems in sports medicine.]]></description><link>https://members.purahealth.net/post/why-athletes-re-injured-muscles-that-look-healed-on-ultrasound</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69800cf0423a54390b95fbc1</guid><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 14:00:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8a856d7723df434bafc22cb1338500b4.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carlos Jimenez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dynamic Scanning: Where Most Clinicians Miss the Diagnosis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dynamic muscle ultrasound goes beyond identifying structural injury. This article outlines a practical, RMSK-level workflow for using real-time scanning to assess function, guide rehabilitation, and support return-to-play decisions.]]></description><link>https://members.purahealth.net/post/dynamic-scanning-where-most-clinicians-miss-the-diagnosis</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6976be21e611fcb48793f146</guid><category><![CDATA[Diagnostic Ultrasound]]></category><category><![CDATA[Musculoskeletal Ultrasound]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:00:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17b594_8f7d1922b82447b186fdfeb691cb77ba~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_360,h_480,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carlos Jimenez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Should You Use Diagnostic Ultrasound for the Shoulder?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Diagnostic ultrasound can be a powerful tool for shoulder assessment—but only when used with intent. This article outlines an evidence-based framework for when shoulder ultrasound adds real clinical value, when MRI is the better choice, and why knowing when not to scan is just as important as knowing how.]]></description><link>https://members.purahealth.net/post/when-should-you-use-diagnostic-ultrasound-for-the-shoulder</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69650b4ce50f04c5814dd5b6</guid><category><![CDATA[Diagnostic Ultrasound]]></category><category><![CDATA[Musculoskeletal Ultrasound]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:12:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17b594_bac6e6715d2440968ce632f7bd6dafb7~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carlos Jimenez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Muscle Ultrasound Is Only as Good as the Clinician Holding the Probe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Muscle ultrasound isn’t about producing perfect images—it’s about asking the right clinical questions. This article explores a structured, evidence-informed approach to muscle ultrasound that prioritizes technique, context, and clinical reasoning to support injury assessment, rehab progression, and return-to-play decisions in real sport environments.]]></description><link>https://members.purahealth.net/post/muscle-ultrasound-is-only-as-good-as-the-clinician-holding-the-probe</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6957d9c4bd1cfb4bde75d5da</guid><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 15:12:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17b594_0ea0272375214092be4119f507e425ed~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_952,h_540,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carlos Jimenez</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>