Table 1 Training levels and experience of podiatrists using USI
Participants Code | Level of Training (formal/informal) | Experience levels of ultrasound (in years) | Number of patients scanned a month (approximately) | Purpose USI skill used for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
AUS | 2 day course | 1 | 0 | clinical and research |
AUS | 2 day course | 3 | 0 | clinical and research |
AUS | 2 day course | 3 | 0 | clinical and research |
AUS | 2 day course | 3 | 4 scans/ month | clinical and research |
UKJ1 | CASE Accredited | 4 | 20 scans/ month | clinical |
UKM2 | Short course | 1 | 0 | research |
UKC3 | CASE Accredited | 3 | 3 scans/month | clinical and research |