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ReviewFrontiers in medicine2026

Research progress and practical applications of musculoskeletal ultrasound in military training injuries.

Shuo Wang, Hanhan Xu, Qianqian Liu, Xiujie Duan, Ying Chen

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Shuo WangQingdao Special Servicemen Recuperation Center of PLA Navy, Qingdao, China.
Hanhan XuQingdao Special Servicemen Recuperation Center of PLA Navy, Qingdao, China.
Qianqian LiuQingdao Special Servicemen Recuperation Center of PLA Navy, Qingdao, China.
Xiujie DuanQingdao Special Servicemen Recuperation Center of PLA Navy, Qingdao, China.
Ying ChenQingdao Special Servicemen Recuperation Center of PLA Navy, Qingdao, China.

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Abstract

Musculoskeletal ultrasound (MSKUS) is a non-invasive imaging technique that is gaining increasing attention. The advantages of this approach include the absence of radiation exposure, cost-effectiveness, and the ability to rapidly provide dynamic examination results. Military training constitutes a pivotal mechanism for the enhancement and fortification of combat capabilities, thereby assuming a strategic function in the advancement of military development. In the context of military training, musculoskeletal injuries resulting from physical training and exercise exert a considerable influence on the health of personnel and the efficiency of their training. This has the potential to result in unnecessary non-combat personnel losses and to increase the burden on the military and the nation as a whole. It is important to note that MSKUS has demonstrated significant effectiveness in the diagnosis of common musculoskeletal injuries and holds great value in the monitoring of treatment progress and the assessment of postoperative recovery. In recent years, advances in ultrasound-guided interventions have enabled physicians to achieve a high degree of precision in the diagnosis and treatment of various musculoskeletal conditions, thus rendering it a more accurate and reliable tool. This review summarizes recent advances in the application of MSKUS across multiple disease areas, including muscles, joints, bones, tendons, ligaments, and bursae. It also explores novel ultrasound imaging technologies and the potential for future ultrasound devices on the military battlefield. The objective of this study is to provide an in-depth examination of research progress regarding the application of MSKUS in physical training and sports-related injuries, with a focus on its diagnostic uses, therapeutic significance, and future developments in this field. A thorough analysis of the most recent research findings and clinical application potential will be conducted to elucidate the important role of MSKUS in enhancing diagnostic accuracy and treatment efficacy for military training-related injuries. This, in turn, will improve the quality of medical care and mitigate the impact of training injuries on future military operations.

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exercise-related injuriesinterventional therapymilitary training injuriesmusculoskeletal ultrasoundnovel ultrasound imaging techniques

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PMID42889497
PMCPMC13670209

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