Wednesday 27 January 2016

Application of Duplex Ultrasonography in Musculoskeletal Research by Dr Gary Shum

On Tuesday 26th January 2016 Dr Gary Shum, Associate Professor in the Faculty of Sport & Health Sciences presented a seminar to BSc Sports Therapy and BSc Rehabilitation in Sport and Exercise students.

Dr Shum presented some of the findings from his extensive published research exploring the use of Duplex Ultrasonography, the monitoring of how blood flows through arteries and veins. The two main topics presented were:
  • the neurological issues associated with post operative residual leg pain following disc herniation surgery
  • blood flow changes in patients with cervicogenic dizziness.
The seminar provided students with an excellent introduction to the uses of diagnostic ultrasound in clinical practice and research. Our undergraduate and postgraduate students will now be able to experience the application of diagnostic ultrasound following our purchase of the Samsung Diagnostic Ultrasound which allows practitioners to visualise muscle injury, nerves and arterial blood flow analysis throughout their degree.



Keep an eye on our social media for details of future FSHS seminar series talks available free of charge at the University of St Mark and St John.


Sarah Martin - Lecturer in Sports Therapy & Rehabilitation