Musculoskeletal Radiology: Page 178

MRI technologist swaps protocols at Polyclinic
By Jonathan S. Batchelor
SALT LAKE CITY - The relentless pressure to cut costs finds many radiologic technologists arriving at their regular jobs to face a staggering workload of patients. Things are different at the Olympic Polyclinic, where the load is generally lighter, according to Todd Russell, MRI technologist.
February 23, 2002
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Lateral process of the talus fracture plagues snowboarders: a case study
By Douglas P. Beall
Before the advent of snowboarding, fractures of the lateral process of the talus (LPT) were rare injuries. But nowadays, LPT fractures account for up to 15% of all snowboarding injuries. Dr. Doug Beall looks at imaging and diagnosis.
February 23, 2002
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MRI shoulders burden of skiers' rotator cuff tears
By Shalmali Pal
Whether it’s Alpine, cross-country, or aerial, skiing does a number on the shoulders. Between the pole planting, the skyward maneuvers, and the accidents, mishaps involving the shoulder account for 41% of all upper extremity injuries in these athletes.
February 22, 2002
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Radiologist takes lesson from skiers’ injuries
By Shalmali Pal
SALT LAKE CITY - As much as Dr. Kent Sanders enjoys cross-country skiing, he hesitates to try downhill. And so far, his time at the Olympic Polyclinic hasn't convinced him otherwise.
February 21, 2002
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Scenes from the Polyclinic: midfoot dislocation
SALT LAKE CITY - Many Winter Olympic sports involve breathtaking, high-flying maneuvers such as freestyle aerial skiing. It was one of these moves, unfortunately, that resulted in a midfoot fracture-dislocation, including a navicular fracture and dislocation between the lateral cuneiform and the cuboid.
February 21, 2002
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Polyclinic radiologist sees athlete from slope to scanner
By Shalmali Pal
SALT LAKE CITY - Dr. Josh Farber may be the only radiologist at the Polyclinic who witnessed his patient in action before she became his patient.
February 21, 2002
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Case study of a luge athlete: hook of the hamate fracture
By Douglas P. Beall
Despite the harrowing course and the high speeds, luge appears to be relatively safe, with injury rates comparable to those of Alpine skiing. Yet a certain type of fracture is more common than the others. Dr. Douglas P. Beall examines a bad break that leaves the paddling hand up a creek.
February 21, 2002
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Polyclinic staffing coordinator keeps learning
By Jonathan S. Batchelor
SALT LAKE CITY - Radiology administrators know what a headache it can be to schedule technologists for a busy department. Staff shortages, illness, and personal crisis can make scheduling a perennial pain. At the Olympic Polyclinic, however, none of these issues concern Jeff Koford, x-ray staffing coordinator.
February 20, 2002
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MRI says it all for UU technologist
By Jonathan S. Batchelor
SALT LAKE CITY - Stepping up to challenges is just Nicole Sacco's way of doing things. This University of Utah technologist has brought an enthusiasm for new adventures to her volunteer work at the Olympic Polyclinic.
February 20, 2002
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Scenes from the Polyclinic: syndesmosis
SALT LAKE CITY – Interacting with physicians from around the world is one of the main reasons why radiologists like working at the Olympic Polyclinic. For one patient, a single word spoke volumes.
February 19, 2002
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Utah technologist chooses a working vacation
By Jonathan S. Batchelor
SALT LAKE CITY - A desire to be involved in a once-in-a-lifetime event led x-ray technologist Joan Elliott to apply for the 2002 Olympic Winter Games.
February 19, 2002
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Stress fractures and spondylolysis plague serious skaters
By Tracie L. Thompson
Figure-skating fans can point to the sublime, seemingly effortless beauty of athletes gliding and spinning on thin metal blades. But imaging confirms the physical toll of skaters' efforts, and the results aren't always as pretty.
February 19, 2002
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