The new Registered in Musculoskeletal™ (RMSK™) sonography credential will raise the standard of musculoskeletal sonography practice worldwide and promote best practices for enhanced patient safety. To be eligible for a RMSK credential, you must first meet specific educational and professional experience requirements.  You must then pass the Musculoskeletal (MSK) sonography examination, which is four hours long and contains 200 questions.

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• MSK Examination Administration Dates Press Release New!
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• MSK How to Apply Guide New!
• MSK Prerequisite requirements needed to qualify for the MSK examination
• The MSK Sonography Credentialing Examination Content Outline
• RMSK Credential Brochure
• Listing of ARDMS-accepted CME Sponsors and CME Websites
• Listing of MSK CME Courses

RMSK Fast Facts:

• June 4, 2012 - ARDMS will begin accepting online applications for the first administration of the MSK examination

Visit the RMSK Schedule Page for Upcoming MSK Examination Administration Dates

Who should take the MSK examination? The RMSK™ credential will apply to individuals who hold a current valid license or active certification in a health related field* and who practice musculoskeletal ultrasound to include but not limited to:

• Sonographers                                                                         
• Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Specialists
• Sports Medicine Practitioners
• Osteopathic Surgeons
• Radiologists
• Chiropractors
• Rheumatologists
• Podiatrists
• Orthopedic Surgeons

*An individual who's health care practice is enhanced, or directly related to the use of MSK sonography.

Read and print the ARDMS RMSK Press Release

Explore the development process of the ARDMS MSK examination