Medical training for echo-guided infiltration of Botulinum toxin by an echograph simulator

Abstract

[EN]Taking self-learning or e-learning as a model and by the application of new technologies, we introduce the software application of an echograph simulator, a very useful tool to nurture knowledge and training of the health professionals, integrating the images taken during echograph exploration with the anatomical knowledge, key for the the infiltration of the botulinum toxin in the treatment context or when addressing spasticity. The application of this echograph simulator allows us to virtually explore muscular groups both of the upper and lower limb, as well as point out the best spots where the correct and precise infiltration of the toxin in the spastic muscle can be done, identifying the structures seen in the echograph. Illustrations of sectioned anatomy taken from nuclear magnetic resonance (RMN) images of the common regions for echo guided infiltration are included, where the different anatomic structures that comprise them are highlighted. The main objective is to introduce a training tool for the doctor, in order to get a better knowledge grade and better practical skills in the infiltration of the botulinum toxin when dealing with spasticity.