Table 3 Overarching principals

1. Ultrasound is an imaging modality which “creates” images by emitting ultrasound waves. These waves are reflected by the tissue they penetrate and the information of the reflected waves are shown in black and white.

2. Ultrasound examination allows both static and dynamic anatomical assessment of the visualized structures, and with Doppler information of perfusion may be obtained in the imaged areas.

3. MSUS can be used to diagnose musculoskeletal and neuromuscular different conditions using static and dynamic maneuvers, also MSUS can be used in interventional procedures.

4. The style of the report may vary subject to the local practice. It should be easily understandable, concise and without any obscurity. The common abbreviation only can be used in the MSUS report, while less common terms should be mentioned in full. The sonographer can ignore the irrelevant findings.

5. The significance of measurements and appearances should be explained. Template for specific type or region of ultrasound examination can be used and the completely normal report can be abbreviated.

6. The report should be completed and forwarded to the referrer in a timely fashion in accordance with national guidelines. The reporter is obliged to inform the referrer by using local alert mechanisms if there is a critical and urgent finding.