Context of physiotherapists using point of care ultrasound (POCUS) in physiotherapy practice

This information paper aims to provide contextual information to clinicians, educators, service managers and others who have an interest in the use of point of care ultrasound (POCUS) within physiotherapy practice in the UK.

The information in this document sets out the foundation principles for the use of point of care ultrasound (POCUS) imaging by physiotherapists as part of their physiotherapy practice in the UK.

The advice in this document applies to all sectors of health and social care provision in the United Kingdom where POCUS activities occur, in both NHS and private services.